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U.S. CPSC August 10, 2006	Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.
U.S. CPSC September 13, 2006	Pride Products Recalls Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Fire Hazard The counterfeit extension cords have undersized wiring and no fuse in the cord to provide over-current protection, which can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC May 22, 2003	Extension Cords Recalled by United General Supply Co. The extension cords have undersized conductors and no over-current protection which causes overheating, presenting a shock and fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC December 23, 2003	Family Dollar Services Inc. Recall of Extension Cords Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.
U.S. CPSC May 16, 2002	Extension Cords Recalled by E-filliate Inc. The cords have reversed polarity, which can present electric shock and electrocution hazards to consumers...
U.S. CPSC September 17, 2008	Hanashop Recalls Counterfeit Power Cords Due to Fire and Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively on eBay The power cord wires are significantly undersized and allow incorrect insertion of the power plug, posing a risk of fire and/or shock to consumers.
U.S. CPSC July 30, 2002	Extension Cords Recalled by STK International The cords have undersized wires, presenting a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 6, 2004	New York Zion Trading Corp. Recall of Electric Fans The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.
U.S. CPSC March 31, 2010	Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard The extension cords and power strips have inadequate coating material around the cords and copper conductors that are smaller than required, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 19, 2003	Extension Cords, Portable Lights, and Fluorescent Lights Recalled by Homier Distributing Co. These products have three or more of the following problems: undersized wiring, improper polarization, lack of overcurrent protection, inadequate grounding, flammable plastic handles, exposed live wires, sharp metal edges, and faulty electrical connections.
U.S. CPSC January 11, 2006	Neptune Systems Recalls Power Strips for Shock Hazard The metal enclosure on the power strip is not properly grounded, which could result in an electrical shock.
U.S. CPSC March 10, 2004	Harbor Freight Tools Recall of Heavy Duty Portable Industrial Cord Reel Electric shock or fire possible because the internal grounding conductor may not be properly secured to the receptacle.
U.S. CPSC June 6, 2006	LTD Commodities LLC Recalls Ficus Trees Sold with Lights for Fire and Shock Hazards The lights attached to the ficus tree have undersized and exposed wires, which pose a risk of electric shock and fire hazards.
U.S. CPSC January 13, 2006	Holiday Lights Recalled by Target Due to Shock and Fire Hazards These lights have undersized and exposed wires, which pose a risk of electric shock and fire hazards.
U.S. CPSC October 8, 2002	Thrifty Paper Co. Recalls Electric Fans These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, overheat and have an improperly sized grill, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC May 27, 2010	Hoover Recalls Upright Vacuum Cleaners Due to Fire and Shock Hazards The power cord is not properly routed or securely seated in the cord rewind assembly allowing the power cord to be pulled loose. This poses fire and shock hazards.
U.S. CPSC June 25, 2009	Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls Generators Due to Fire Hazard The 220-volt receptacle can fail to produce power correctly and cause power surges that can damage appliances. This poses a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers.
U.S. CPSC January 31, 2007	Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Recalls Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards The power cord is not polarized and is undersized. The power cord is not correctly secured and there is no strain relief on the switch housing. Additionally, the switch housing is not flame-retardant. As a result of these issues, the lamps pose shock and fire hazards.
U.S. CPSC March 4, 2009	Holiday Lights Recalled by Universal Distribution Center Due to Shock and Fire Hazard The lights have undersized wires that can easily pull out of the plugs and light sockets becoming exposed. This poses an electric shock and fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 12, 2004	Chicago Wholesale & Imports Recall of Electric Pictures These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 19, 2008	WarmlyYours Recalls Rug Warmers Due to Fire Hazard The rug warmer's cord can come loose from the plug and cause sparks or flames, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC December 13, 2001	Winstar International Recall Christmas Light Sets These lights have undersized wiring and lack over-current protection. They pose electrocution and electric shock hazards to consumers and also are fire hazards...
U.S. CPSC December 26, 2002	Brooklyn Lollipop Recall of Electric Fans These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, have an improperly sized grill, and overheat, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC January 26, 2006	Electric Shock Hazard Prompts Recall of Electric Smokers If the unit is plugged into the wall socket and one end of the connecting cord is unplugged, there is an electric shock hazard.
U.S. CPSC January 29, 2008	Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire. This poses fire, burn and shock hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC December 15, 2006	Square D Recalls Safety Switches Due to Shock or Electrocution Hazard The safety switch can continue to supply electricity even after being placed in the "OFF" position. This poses the risk of an electric shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 10, 2011	"Camp Nod" Lantern Nightlights Recalled Due to Shock and Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Land of Nod An electrical short circuit can occur in the nightlight's wiring, posing a risk of fire or shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 27, 2008	Goodman Company Recalls Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units Due to Fire Hazard The PTAC's power cords can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC April 19, 2006	Hair Dryers Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard The electric hair dryer's power cord does not have an immersion protection plug. Therefore, if the hair dryer falls into water during use, it can pose a shock and/or electrocution hazard.
U.S. CPSC November 18, 2004	Chicago Imports Recall of Electric Pictures These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC September 25, 2003	Hand-Held Hair Dryers Recalled by Blason International Trading Corp. Some of these hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device on the power cord and could present a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water.
U.S. CPSC May 12, 2005	Dollar General Corp. Recall of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
U.S. CPSC February 14, 2007	Zoeller Pump Co. Recalls Septic Pumps Due to Shock Hazard The plug on the pumps could have a grounding problem that could pose an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 9, 2004	Lado Co. of America Recall of Hair Dryers These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.
U.S. CPSC March 9, 2004	Light Distribution Recall of Hair Dryers These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" position.
U.S. CPSC February 7, 2007	Conair Recalls Curling Irons for Shock and Electrocution Hazards The handle of the curling iron can come apart exposing its line cord, posing a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC September 8, 2009	Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 3, 2008	Children's Jewelry Recalled By Daiso Due to Risk of Lead Exposure The jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
U.S. CPSC December 8, 2009	Goodman Company Reannounces Recall of Air Conditioner/Heat Pump Units Due to Fire Hazard The power cords on the PTACs can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC December 15, 2009	Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair of Roman Shades by Airtex Designs Group; Sold Exclusively by The Land of Nod Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
U.S. CPSC December 2, 2003	Barnett of the Caribbean Recall of Showerhead Hot Water Heaters Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommends tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC October 4, 2007	Dollar General Recalls Tumblers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Surface paint on the center of the eyes of some of the cups can contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
U.S. CPSC December 13, 2001	Homemaster Recalls Outdoor Lighting Timers Outdoor Lighting Timers have reversed polarity in the wiring, potentially allowing a current to flow through a consumer's body, posing a shock hazard to consumers...
U.S. CPSC February 7, 2007	Children's Rings Recalled by Shalom International Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
U.S. CPSC May 19, 2004	Great Gifts Recall of Snowmen Holiday Lamps These electric holiday lamps have undersized wiring, no strain relief on the electric cords, and the molded plastic enclosure is flammable. The lamps pose fire and electrocution hazards.
U.S. CPSC October 4, 2007	Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure The key chains contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
U.S. CPSC April 21, 2004	Virgo Enterprises Recall of Hair Dryers These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water.
U.S. CPSC October 31, 2006	Family Dollar Recalls "Creepy Cape" Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard These vinyl capes fail to meet the standard for the flammability of vinyl plastic film, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC April 24, 2002	Power Saving Devices Recalled by Coast Energy Management The Power Planner is a device connected between motorized appliances and wall outlets that is intended to save electricity. These Power Planners have reversed polarity, posing a shock hazard to consumers...
U.S. CPSC August 30, 2007	B&F System Inc. Recalls Emergency Tool Kits Due to Fire and Shock Hazards Booster cables in the recalled kits can have undersized wiring and inadequate connections, posing a fire and shock hazard to consumers.