CPSC Recall in 1999: Surge Protectors Recalled by Kingsland Tools

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 99-100c

Date: April 21, 1999

Product Name: Power Strip Surge Protectors

Recall Description:

PRODUCT: Power Strip Surge Protectors: Kingsland Tools Inc., of Bell, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,900 power strip surge protectors. The power strip is gray or beige metal with a black cord and 6 black outlets and a red power switch. "FEIKANG...LINAN… CHANG...RVV...300/500V" is printed on the cord. It was packaged in a blue box, labeled in part, "GENERAL POWER 6 OUTLET POWER STRIP...MADE IN CHINA." Discount and hardware stores in California, Florida and Illinois sold the power strips from April 1998 through February 1999 for about $2.50. PROBLEM: The power strips have cracked, corroded and loose wires, presenting fire, shock and electrocution hazards. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For additional information, consumers should contact the company collect at (323) 526-1178 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.

Hazard Description:

The power strips have cracked, corroded and loose wires, presenting fire, shock and electrocution hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 3,900

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Discount and hardware stores in California, Florida and Illinois sold the power strips from April 1998 through February 1999 for about $2.50.

Manufactured In:

China