AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard
CPSC recall 08134 · announced December 13, 2007 · Autozone Parts · 140,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Valucraft eight gauge and ten gauge booster cables. The cables are orange and have "8GA" or "10GA" printed on them.
The hazard
The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the booster cables immediately and return them to any AutoZone store for a full refund or a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): AutoZone has received reports of four incidents of reverse polarity that resulted in minor property damage.
Sold at: AutoZone stores nationwide and on its website from June 2007 through October 2007 for between $12 and $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact AutoZone at (800) 230-9786 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.autozone.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.