Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 12153 · announced April 19, 2012 · Sakar International Inc. Of Edison, N.j · 48,000 units affected
The product
The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.
The hazard
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Sakar International has not received any reports of the charger falling apart, or of electrocution or electric shock. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Cobra Digital, Lot-Less, Ocean State Jobbers and RadioShack from January 2011 through February 2012 for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Sakar International Inc. toll free at (877) 397-8200 at any time or visit the firm's website at www.sakar.com/recall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.