CPSC recall · Reported April 4, 2000
Converters Recalled by Coast Electronics Supply
The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the other end is plugged in.
The CPSC recalled The recall involves AC converters that are used to convert overseas consumer products tha….
Converters Recalled by Coast Electronics Supply was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 4, 2000. Reason: The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the o…. Remedy: Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full…. Verify recall #00090b with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the o….
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- agency class
- April 4, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00090b with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recall involves AC converters that are used to convert overseas consumer products that run on 220 volts to American household current at 110 volts and vice-versa. The converter is available in nine different watts varying from 100 watts to 3000 watts. It is labeled in part, "UP/DOWN AC-CONVERTER...220V...110V...TAIWAN."
Reason for recall
The product presents an electrical shock hazard because the unplugged end of the cord is energized when the other end is plugged in.
Remedy, what to do
Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00090b |
| Date reported | April 4, 2000 |
| Date initiated | April 4, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 18,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (00090b) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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