CPSCAugust 10, 2006

Dollar Tree Stores Counterfeit Extension Cords recall: Shock Hazard

Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard

Why was Dollar Tree Stores Counterfeit Extension Cords recalled?

The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a refund. Contact: 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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
6-foot Power Xtension
Company
Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Quantity
About 600,000
Sold at
Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, and Dollar Express nationwide from November 2005 through May 2006 for $1.
Recall date
August 10, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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".

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