Sharper Image USB Wall Chargers Recalled by Atomi Due
Sharper Image USB Wall Chargers Recalled by Atomi Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Why was Sharper Image USB Wall Chargers Recalled by Atomi Due recalled?
The chargers can overheat and smoke, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall chargers and contact Atomi for instructions on returning the chargers for a full refund. Contact: Atomi; Phone (800) 790-1440, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email [email protected]
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
- Sharper Image USB wall chargers
- Company
- Atomi, of New York, N.Y.
- Quantity
- About 80,000
- Sold at
- Burlington Coat Factory, Tuesday Morning and TJ Maxx stores and on various websites from October 2011 through September 2012 for between $8 and $13.
- Recall date
- October 10, 2012
- Incidents / injuries
- Atomi has received 13 reports of the chargers overheating, smoking and acrid smells. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves Sharper Image USB wall chargers with model numbers "TSI202" and "TSI260." The wall chargers are used to recharge electronic devices through a USB connection including MP3 players and other devices. The chargers are black plastic and measure about 2 ½ inches high by 1 ½ inches wide. "The Sharper Image" is printed on the top. The model number is printed on bottom of the charger.