Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #: 15016
Affected scope: About 55,000

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

Agi Fundraising recalled The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iP….

Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Agi Fundraising in October 30, 2014. Reason: The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to …. Verify recall #15016 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Agi Fundraising issued this CPSC recall-The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard..

None
agency class: October 30, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15016 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 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.

Reason for recall

The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.

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	15016
Date reported	October 30, 2014
Date initiated	October 30, 2014
Recalling firm	Agi Fundraising
Affected scope	About 55,000
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 charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the me…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 30, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 15016.

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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