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Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/01 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BW-3045 13A 125V 1625W".
Which products are included?
The recalled cords are green, measure 6 feet long, are intended for indoors and have a three-outlet extension. Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/01 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BW-3045 13A 125V 1625W".
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Greenbrier International
- Product type
- Extension cords, Power strips
- Recall number
- 06-230
- Units
- About 600,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, and Dollar Express nationwide from November 2005 through May 2006 for $1.
- Importer
- Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
6-foot Power Xtension
CPSC product type: Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc., at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.