Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-04-19 · 12153
Hazards
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.
Recall
Number
12153
Date
2012-04-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Digital Concepts Compact Travel Charger
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Cobra Digital, Lot-Less, Ocean State Jobbers and RadioShack from January 2011 through February 2012 for about $10.
Importer(s)
Sakar International Inc. of Edison, N.J.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.