# CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs
> **CPSC recall** · 2003-07-02 · 03154 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 03154
- **Date:** 2003-07-02
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

International Adapter Plugs

## Hazards

The adapter plug can separate, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electrocution and shock hazard to consumers.

## Manufacturer(s)

Franzus Company LLC, of Beacon Falls, Conn.

## Retailer(s)

Catalog and retail stores nationwide sold the adapter plugs in sets of five, from April 2002 through June 2003, for between $10 and $40.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Franzus-Company-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-International-Adapter-Plugs-)
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