CPSC recall · Reported May 11, 2004
CPSC, E & B Giftware LLC Announce Recall of Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plugs
Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electr…
E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.y. recalled These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Univer….
CPSC, E & B Giftware LLC Announce Recall of Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plugs was recalled by E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.y. in May 11, 2004. Reason: Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while …. Remedy: Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement it…. Verify recall #04133 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while ….
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- May 11, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04133 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
These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.
Reason for recall
Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.
Remedy, what to do
Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04133 |
| Date reported | May 11, 2004 |
| Date initiated | May 11, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.y. |
| Affected scope | About 187,000 |
| 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 adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.
- Check the recall number (04133) 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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