MiWorld Accessories Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones recall: Fire Hazard
MiWorld Accessories Recalls Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Charlotte Russe Stores
Why was MiWorld Accessories Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones recalled?
The chargers can overheat and catch fire while in use, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled chargers and contact MiWorld for a full refund. Contact: MiWorld Accessories toll-free at 877-936-6677 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or online at www.miworldaccessories.com and click on "Product Recall Click Here for More Info" button for more information.
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
- USB Cord & Wall Chargers for iPhone 5/5S
- Company
- MiWorld Accessories LLC, of New York
- Quantity
- About 3,200
- Sold at
- Charlotte Russe stores nationwide during October 2014 for about $13.
- Recall date
- September 1, 2015
- Incidents / injuries
- There has been one report of the charger catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves wall chargers with USB cords that are used to charge the iPhone 5 and 5S. The chargers have a geometric print in mint green and peach colors. Style numbers CRGT-003 or CRGT-004 are printed on the UPC sticker on the back side of the package. "Charlotte Russe" and "USB Cord & Wall Charger for iPhone 5/5S" are printed on the packaging.