Popkiller Recalls USB Chargers, Adapters and Cables Due to Fire and Electric Shock Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-07-17 · 14233
Hazards
Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
14233
Date
2014-07-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
USB car charger adapters, power adapters and 8-pin charger cables
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China
Retailer(s)
Popkiller retail locations in Los Angeles and Costa Mesa, California, from June 2013 through April 2014 for about $4.50 to $6.50.
Country of manufacture
China
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.