CPSC Recall in 2007: AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 140,000 Valucraft Booster Cables. The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Valucraft Booster CablesUnits: About 140,000Manufacturer: AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.Hazard: The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: AutoZone has received reports of four incidents of reverse polarity that resulted in minor property damage.Description: This recall involves the Valucraft eight gauge and ten gauge booster cables. The cables are orange and have "8GA" or "10GA" printed on them.Sold at: AutoZone stores nationwide and on its website from June 2007 through October 2007 for between $12 and $20.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the booster cables immediately and return them to any AutoZone store for a full refund or a free replacement.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AutoZone at (800) 230-9786 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.autozone.com.
The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
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AutoZone has received reports of four incidents of reverse polarity that resulted in minor property damage.
AutoZone stores nationwide and on its website from June 2007 through October 2007 for between $12 and $20.
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