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CPSC recall · Reported July 17, 2014

Popkiller Recalls USB Chargers, Adapters and Cables Due to Fire and Electric Shock Hazards

Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Recall #
14233
Affected scope
About 2,500
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Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China recalled This recall involves Popkiller mini USB car charger power adapters, universal USB power a… - a moderate-severity action.

Popkiller Recalls USB Chargers, Adapters and Cables Due to Fire and Electric Shock Hazards was recalled by Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China in July 17, 2014. Reason: Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the phone accessories and return the product to a…. Verify recall #14233 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard….

Moderate
severity level
July 17, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14233 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14233) was formally reported on July 17, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers. 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 stop using the phone accessories and return the product to a store where sold or send to Popkiller Headquarters for a full merchandise credit. - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 2,500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Popkiller mini USB car charger power adapters, universal USB power adapters and 8-pin USB data sync charging cables. The car charger has model number HHT-001 located on the flat side of the charger below the USB port. The charger measures 2 inches tall and 1 inch in diameter at its widest point. The Universal USB Power adapter has model number A1265 printed directly above the plug blades on the grey surface. The adapter measures 1.5 inches at its longest point and 1 inch wide. There is no model number printed on the 8-pin USB charging cables. All of the recalled products are sold separately and come in the colors red, orange, green, blue, purple and pink.

Reason for recall

Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the phone accessories and return the product to a store where sold or send to Popkiller Headquarters for a full merchandise credit.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 14233
Date reported July 17, 2014
Date initiated July 17, 2014
Recalling firm Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China
Affected scope About 2,500
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 phone accessories and return the product to a store where sold or send to Popkiller H…

  • Check the recall number (14233) 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 Popkiller mini USB car charger power adapters, universal USB power adapters and 8-pin USB data sync charging cables. The car charger has model number HHT-001 located on the flat side of the charger below the USB port. The charger measures 2 inches tall and 1 inch in diameter at its widest point. The Universal USB Power adapter has model number A1265 printed directly above the plug blades on the grey surface. The adapter measures 1.5 inches at its longest point and 1 inch wide. There is no model number printed on the 8-pin USB charging cables. All of the recalled products are sold separately and come in the colors red, orange, green, blue, purple and pink.. Recalled by Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China. Units affected: About 2,500.
Why was this product recalled?
Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the phone accessories and return the product to a store where sold or send to Popkiller Headquarters for a full merchandise credit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 17, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14233.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14233) 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 17, 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.