Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 10, 2014
Lifeguard Press Recalls Charging Kits Due to Fire, Shock Hazards
The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prongs on the charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posin…
The CPSC recalled This recall involves seven models of charging kits with universal serial bus (USB) connec… - a moderate-severity action.
Lifeguard Press Recalls Charging Kits Due to Fire, Shock Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 10, 2014. Reason: The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prong…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeg…. Verify recall #14226 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prong….
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 10, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14226 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #14226) was formally reported on July 10, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 25,400.
The documented reason for this recall is: The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prongs on the charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock. 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 immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund. - 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, 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 25,400
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves seven models of charging kits with universal serial bus (USB) connectors that are used to recharge Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod devices. The recalled kits were sold under the Ban.do, Jonathan Adler and Lilly Pulitzer brand names and contained a wall charger, a 12 to 24-volt car charger, a 30-pin USB cord and a Lightning port adapter. The wall chargers are plastic cubes about 1 ¼ inches long, 1 inch wide and ½ inch tall with two metal prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet on one end and a USB port on the opposite end. Ban.do wall chargers came in the colors yellow and black and white stripe. Jonathan Adler wall chargers came in multicolor and blue and white patterns. Lilly Pulitzer wall chargers came in multicolor floral patterns. The following charging kits are being recalled: Brand Name Model Name/Design Item Number Ban.do Power Trip Frills 14150111 Power Trip Mermaid/Blush Stripe 14150118 Jonathan Adler Architectural Borders 140250 Hudson 140252 Lilly Pulitzer Beach Rose 143501 Mai Tai 78602 Trippin and Sippin 143504 Brand names are on the top front of the packaging and on the Lightning port adapters. Model names are on the bottom front of the packaging. Item numbers are on the back of the package in the bottom right corner.
Reason for recall
The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prongs on the charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14226 |
| Date reported | July 10, 2014 |
| Date initiated | July 10, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 25,400 |
| 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 unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit fo…
- Check the recall number (14226) 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? ▼
This recall involves seven models of charging kits with universal serial bus (USB) connectors that are used to recharge Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod devices. The recalled kits were sold under the Ban.do, Jonathan Adler and Lilly Pulitzer brand names and contained a wall charger, a 12 to 24-volt car charger, a 30-pin USB cord and a Lightning port adapter. The wall chargers are plastic cubes about 1 ¼ inches long, 1 inch wide and ½ inch tall with two metal prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet on one end and a USB port on the opposite end. Ban.do wall chargers came in the colors yellow and black and white stripe. Jonathan Adler wall chargers came in multicolor and blue and white patterns. Lilly Pulitzer wall chargers came in multicolor floral patterns. The following charging kits are being recalled: Brand Name Model Name/Design Item Number Ban.do Power Trip Frills 14150111 Power Trip Mermaid/Blush Stripe 14150118 Jonathan Adler Architectural Borders 140250 Hudson 140252 Lilly Pulitzer Beach Rose 143501 Mai Tai 78602 Trippin and Sippin 143504 Brand names are on the top front of the packaging and on the Lightning port adapters. Model names are on the bottom front of the packaging. Item numbers are on the back of the package in the bottom right corner.. Units affected: About 25,400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prongs on the charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 10, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14226.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (14226) 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 July 10, 2014. 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.