CPSC recall 19-183, announced August 20, 2019, covers Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits (about 3,000 units). The electrical receptacles can overheat when in use, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately unplug any electrical devices from the recalled electrical outlet boxes, discontinue their use and contact Southwire for a full refund. Recall contact: call 888-803-0492, or go to www.garvinindustries.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.
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 noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- January 2016 through August 2018
- Price paid
- $90
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.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call 888-803-0492, or go to www.garvinindustries.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- 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
- 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.
This recall in context
Compared with the 75 electrical recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 3,000 units: the 36th-largest of 43 electrical recalls that state a unit count. The median is 30,000 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 35 of 75 electrical recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 11 of 75 electrical recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- About 3 years. Recalled 12 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
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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