CPSC recall 06-256, announced September 13, 2006, covers Pride Products Extension Cords (about 42,000 units). The counterfeit extension cords have undersized wiring and no fuse in the cord to provide over-current protection, which can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 898-5550, or go to www.prideproducts.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/99 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BV-8021 13A 125V 1625W" or "09/02 E137398 UL LISTED CORD SET BW 5833 13A 125V 1625W."
Which products are included?
The recalled cords are brown or white, measure 6, 9, 12, or 15 feet long, are intended for indoors and have a three-outlet extension. Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/99 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BV-8021 13A 125V 1625W" or "09/02 E137398 UL LISTED CORD SET BW 5833 13A 125V 1625W."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- June 2005 through August 2006
- Price paid
- $1 to $2
Why it was recalled
The counterfeit extension cords have undersized wiring and no fuse in the cord to provide over-current protection, which can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 898-5550, or go to www.prideproducts.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pride Products
- Product type
- Extension cords, Power strips
- Recall number
- 06-256
- Units
- About 42,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Local discount, drug, and grocery stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2006 for between $1 and $2.
- Importer
- Pride Products Corp., of Ronkonkoma, N.Y.
Extension Cords
CPSC product type: Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors
This recall in context
Compared with the 41 extension cord recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 42,000 units: the 9th-largest of 21 extension cord recalls that state a unit count. The median is 30,000 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 18 of 41 extension cord recalls.
- Time on sale
- 15 months. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Pride Products, at (800) 898-5550 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.prideproducts.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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