CPSC Recall in 2015: WakaWaka Recalls Adapter Kits Due to Electrical Shock, Explosion, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-708

Date: November 12, 2015

Product Name: Electrical adapter kits

Recall Description:

The Adapter Kit can overheat posing a risk of fire, and the plastic shell of the adapter can open exposing a risk of shock to consumers.

Hazard Description:

The Adapter Kit can overheat posing a risk of fire, and the plastic shell of the adapter can open exposing a risk of shock to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 700 (In addition, 200 units were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

WakaWaka has received four reports of adapters overheating, including reports of an adapter smoking and one report of an adapter exploding. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

www.waka-waka.com  from November 2013 to April 2015 for about $9.  

Manufactured In:

China