CPSC recall · Reported April 19, 2012
Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or ele…
The CPSC recalled The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top….
Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 19, 2012. Reason: The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar In…. Verify recall #12153 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This c….
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- agency class
- April 19, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12153 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
The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.
Reason for recall
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12153 |
| Date reported | April 19, 2012 |
| Date initiated | April 19, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 48,000 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement produ…
- Check the recall number (12153) 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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