Belkin International Inc. SurgeMaster Surge Protectors recall: Shock Hazard
Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors Due to Shock Hazard
Why was Belkin International Inc. SurgeMaster Surge Protectors recalled?
The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these power strips immediately and contact Belkin for a new replacement unit. Contact: For more information, contact Belkin toll-free at 800-952-1465 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.belkin.com/recall
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
- SurgeMaster™ Surge Protectors
- Company
- Belkin International Inc., of Compton, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 68,700
- Sold at
- Independent distributors nationwide and the internet by www.belkin.com from September 2003 through December 2007 for about $50.
- Recall date
- October 27, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- Belkin has received seven consumer complaints about cracking of the plug molding. No injuries were reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the SurgeMaster™ Surge Protector, models F9G930-10, F9G930v10, F9G930-10-W and F9G930-10-SN, all manufactured in 2003. The model number and date of manufacture are located on the underside of the unit. Gray models F9G930-10-GRY and F9G930fc10G-CL are not a part of this recall.