Recall #19-183 · Published August 20, 2019

Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits

Southwire Recalls Electrical Outlet Boxes Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits from Garvin Industries Inc., of on August 20, 2019. CPSC identifies this hazard: The electrical receptacles can overheat when in use, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately unplug any electrical devices from the recalled electrical outlet boxes, discontinue their use and contact Southwire for a full refund.

Recalled Garvin Pop-Up Floor Box Kit with stainless steel finish
Recalled Garvin Pop-Up Floor Box Kit with stainless steel finish
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.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Garvin Pop-Up Floor Box Kits with a finish of either stainless steel or brushed brass that each include two electrical receptacles and two USB ports. The pop-up electrical outlet boxes are designed to be installed into floors with a metal lid that opens and closes to reveal the electrical receptacles and USB ports.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The electrical receptacles can overheat when in use, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Southwire has received three reports of the floor boxes overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug any electrical devices from the recalled electrical outlet boxes, discontinue their use and contact Southwire for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
Garvin Industries Inc., of
Recall number
19-183
Units
About 3,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Online at garvinindustries.com, acdcusa.com, cesco.com, gordonelectricsupply.com, platt.com and usesi.com from January 2016 through August 2018 for about $90.
Importer
Garvin Industries Inc., of of Franklin Park, Ill.
Distributor
Southwire Company LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.

Recall contact information

Southwire toll-free at 888-803-0492 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.garvinindustries.com or www.southwire.com and click on “Product Recall” for more information.

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

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