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CPSC recall · Reported January 27, 2016

Charging Stations Recalled by LocknCharge Technologies Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is connected to the electrical supply.

Recall #
16083
Affected scope
About 550
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves LocknCharge iQ10 charging stations that allow users to charge and st… — a moderate-severity action.

Charging Stations Recalled by LocknCharge Technologies Due to Electrical Shock Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 27, 2016. Reason: A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is conne…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact LocknC…. Verify recall #16083 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is conne….

Moderate
severity level
January 27, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16083 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #16083) was formally reported on January 27, 2016. 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 550.

The documented reason for this recall is: A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is connected to the electrical supply. 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 recalled charging stations and contact LocknCharge Technologies for a free replacement charging hub and instructions for replacing the charging hub. — 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 — 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 550

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves LocknCharge iQ10 charging stations that allow users to charge and store multiple tablet computers. The charging stations are metal cubes about 16 inches tall x about 16 inches wide x about 12 ½ inches long and have two doors on the front. The cube has white sides with black doors and either a black or white top cover. The LocknCharge logo is on the sides of the cube. The charging stations came with a blue basket and a green basket with dividers that hold the devices to be charged. The baskets have a white handle with the LocknCharge logo on each side. The charging stations have two USB charging hubs under the top cover. Recalled charging stations have charging hubs with no batch code or that have batch codes that begin with 14L, 15B or 15C. The batch code is on the bottom of the charging hub under a silver data label.

Reason for recall

A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is connected to the electrical supply.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact LocknCharge Technologies for a free replacement charging hub and instructions for replacing the charging hub.

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 16083
Date reported January 27, 2016
Date initiated January 27, 2016
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 550
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 charging stations and contact LocknCharge Technologies for a free replacemen…

  • Check the recall number (16083) 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 LocknCharge iQ10 charging stations that allow users to charge and store multiple tablet computers. The charging stations are metal cubes about 16 inches tall x about 16 inches wide x about 12 ½ inches long and have two doors on the front. The cube has white sides with black doors and either a black or white top cover. The LocknCharge logo is on the sides of the cube. The charging stations came with a blue basket and a green basket with dividers that hold the devices to be charged. The baskets have a white handle with the LocknCharge logo on each side. The charging stations have two USB charging hubs under the top cover. Recalled charging stations have charging hubs with no batch code or that have batch codes that begin with 14L, 15B or 15C. The batch code is on the bottom of the charging hub under a silver data label.. Units affected: About 550.
Why was this product recalled?
A defective USB charging hub can cause an electrical shock to the consumer when the charging station is connected to the electrical supply.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact LocknCharge Technologies for a free replacement charging hub and instructions for replacing the charging hub.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 27, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16083.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (16083) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported January 27, 2016.

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