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CPSC, SC Johnson Announce Recall of Glade® Extra Outlet Scented Oil Air Fresheners

Reported: April 19, 2002 Initiated: April 19, 2002 #02144

Product Description

The Glade® Extra Outlet Scented Oil electric air fresheners come in two fragrances, Sky Breeze™ and Mystical Garden™. The air fresheners have a unique rotating plug-thru outlet, which allows other electrical devices to be used in the same outlet as the plug-in. The rotating outlet says "15 Amps Max" on the front and has a yellow disk on the back. The Extra Outlet Scented Oil units have a model number "SCJ079" on the back. No other products, sold under the Glade® PlugIns® brand names, are part of the recall.

Reason for Recall

These Extra Outlet PlugIns® may have been misassembled during manufacture, which could pose a risk of fire.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug the air fresheners and contact SC Johnson for free, full value replacement coupons or a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Glade® Extra Outlet Scented Oil electric air fresheners come in two fragrances, Sky Breeze™ and Mystical Garden™. The air fresheners have a unique rotating plug-thru outlet, which allows other electrical devices to be used in the same outlet as the plug-in. The rotating outlet says "15 Amps Max" on the front and has a yellow disk on the back. The Extra Outlet Scented Oil units have a model number "SCJ079" on the back. No other products, sold under the Glade® PlugIns® brand names, are part of the recall.. Recalled by SC Johnson, of Racine, Wisc.. Units affected: About 2.5 million.
Why was this product recalled?
These Extra Outlet PlugIns® may have been misassembled during manufacture, which could pose a risk of fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug the air fresheners and contact SC Johnson for free, full value replacement coupons or a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 19, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02144.