CPSC recall · Reported February 1, 2012
The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard
The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves three designs of brightly-colored, six-outlet power strips with mode….
The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 1, 2012. Reason: The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for f…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any …. Verify recall #12097 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for f….
- None
- agency class
- February 1, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12097 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
This recall involves three designs of brightly-colored, six-outlet power strips with model number 8001-6 embossed on the back. Power strip designs include Pop Power Strip in Scroll (black with white scroll), Dot (blue with orange, white and lime green dots and a lime green cord), and Zebra (black and white zebra stripes). The power strips have three-foot power cords. "Lush Life® power strips by design" is printed on the product's packaging.
Reason for recall
The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a full refund plus a $15 merchandise card.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12097 |
| Date reported | February 1, 2012 |
| Date initiated | February 1, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 7,200 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a f…
- Check the recall number (12097) 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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