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CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs

Recalled July 2, 2003 · CPSC recall 03154 · Franzus

Recalled International Adapter Plugs
Hazard
The adapter plug can separate, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electrocution and shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Free replacement adapter plugs.
Units
About 29,000
Incidents / injuries
The Franzus Co. has received two reports of the plugs separating. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall.

What to do

Free replacement adapter plugs.

Contact

Contact the Franzus Co. at (800) 706-7063 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at [email protected]

Product
International Adapter Plugs
Manufacturer(s)
Franzus Company LLC, of Beacon Falls, Conn.
Retailers
Catalog and retail stores nationwide sold the adapter plugs in sets of five, from April 2002 through June 2003, for between $10 and $40.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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