Burlington Coat Factory Recalls Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC recall 12230 · announced July 19, 2012 · Lush Life · 6,000 units affected

The product

This recall involves four designs of power strips. The vibrantly designed power strips come in four prints including, leopard, rose, skull and zebra. Model numbers 12256, 12257, 22563 and 22575 can be found on the six-outlet power strip.

The hazard

The power strips have undersized wiring which poses a risk of shock to consumers. In addition, the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet fire resistance safety standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately stop using the power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or store credit. Remedy type: Refund

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Burlington Coat Factory, The Container Store and other retail stores nationwide from July 2011 through March 2012 for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact the firm toll-free at (888) 223-2628 between 8:30 a.m. through 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.