Recall #12-153 · Published April 19, 2012

Sakar International Digital Concepts Compact Travel Charger

Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Digital Concepts Compact Travel Charger from Sakar International on April 19, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product.

Sakar International Battery Chargers
Sakar International Battery Chargers
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger".

Which products are included?

The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.

Incidents and injuries

Sakar International has not received any reports of the charger falling apart, or of electrocution or electric shock. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Product type
Battery chargers
Recall number
12-153
Units
About 48,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Cobra Digital, Lot-Less, Ocean State Jobbers and RadioShack from January 2011 through February 2012 for about $10.
Importer
Sakar International Inc. of Edison, N.J.

Digital Concepts Compact Travel Charger

CPSC product type: Battery Chargers

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Sakar International Inc. toll free at (877) 397-8200 at any time or visit the firm's website at www.sakar.com/recall

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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