Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor/Chargers Due to Burn Hazard

The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Recall #: 14228
Affected scope: About 31,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.c. recalled The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell phones and other electronic product….

Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor/Chargers Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.c. in July 10, 2014. Reason: The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them awa…. Verify recall #14228 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.c. issued this CPSC recall-The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard..

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agency class: July 10, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14228 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.

Product description

The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell phones and other electronic products and have model number ADCP3-1000 imprinted on the plug side of the adaptor. They are plastic cubes about 1" to 1 ¼" on one side with two prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet and a USB port on the other. Recalled chargers come in five different colors: black, blue, green, red and white.

Reason for recall

The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	14228
Date reported	July 10, 2014
Date initiated	July 10, 2014
Recalling firm	Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.c.
Affected scope	About 31,000
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 adaptors/chargers and throw them away.

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Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 10, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14228.

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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