CPSC recall · Reported December 23, 2003
CPSC, Family Dollar Services Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords
Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.
Royal United Corp., of North Bergen, N.j. recalled These are 25-foot Durex Procraft outdoor extension cords. These green cords are sold in b….
CPSC, Family Dollar Services Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords was recalled by Royal United Corp., of North Bergen, N.j. in December 23, 2003. Reason: Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.. Remedy: Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.. Verify recall #04056 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Royal United Corp., of North Bergen, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- 60K units
- affected scope
- December 23, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04056 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.
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Product description
These are 25-foot Durex Procraft outdoor extension cords. These green cords are sold in blue and black packaging. An Underwriters Laboratories' label is attached to the cord showing code "E-174825." The item UPC number is 0 74972 01025 1, and is located on the back of the package in the lower right-hand corner.
Reason for recall
Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04056 |
| Date reported | December 23, 2003 |
| Date initiated | December 23, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Royal United Corp., of North Bergen, N.j. |
| Affected scope | 60,000 |
| 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
Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.
- Check the recall number (04056) 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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