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CPSC recall · Reported October 2, 2003

CPSC, Technuity Inc. Announce Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems

When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
04002
Affected scope
2,100
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Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind. recalled The recalled back-up power supply systems include the Energizer-brand UPS Model ER-PRO100… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Technuity Inc. Announce Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems was recalled by Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind. in October 2, 2003. Reason: When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fi…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and con…. Verify recall #04002 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fi….

Moderate
severity level
2K units
affected scope
October 2, 2003
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04002 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04002) was formally reported on October 2, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,100.

The documented reason for this recall is: When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact the company for a free replacement unit and instructions on returning the recalled product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

2,100

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The recalled back-up power supply systems include the Energizer-brand UPS Model ER-PRO1000, which can be identified by a label on the back of the device. The black, breadbox-like unit is about 14 inches deep, 6 inches wide, 8 inches tall and weighs about 20 pounds. The words, "Energizer" and "energizerups.com" appear on the front of the unit.

Reason for recall

When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact the company for a free replacement unit and instructions on returning the recalled product.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04002
Date reported October 2, 2003
Date initiated October 2, 2003
Recalling firm Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.
Affected scope 2,100
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.

Scale of Impact

2,100 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact the company for a free replacement …

  • Check the recall number (04002) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled back-up power supply systems include the Energizer-brand UPS Model ER-PRO1000, which can be identified by a label on the back of the device. The black, breadbox-like unit is about 14 inches deep, 6 inches wide, 8 inches tall and weighs about 20 pounds. The words, "Energizer" and "energizerups.com" appear on the front of the unit.. Recalled by Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.. Units affected: 2,100.
Why was this product recalled?
When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact the company for a free replacement unit and instructions on returning the recalled product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 2, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04002.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04002) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported October 2, 2003. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.