Bluefin Recalls Wireless Phone Chargers Due to Burn Hazard
Recall 18164 · May 24, 2018 · Bluefin
3,000
units affected
3,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18164
- Date
- May 24, 2018
- Company
- Bluefin
- Units affected
- 3,000
- Product
- Wireless phone chargers
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves wireless smart phone chargers with model number AC16B printed on the bottom. The recalled chargers are circular and have clear edges and a white plastic center with black trim. They measure about 3.9" in diameter and 0.4" tall . A black USB cable is included with the chargers.
What can happen
The wireless phone charger can overheat while in use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Bluefin for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of the phone chargers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Distributed as a free promotional item to attendees at the FICO World tradeshow in Miami Beach, Florida and other events and the ad specialty channel in April 2018.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled wireless phone chargers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Bluefin for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The wireless phone charger can overheat while in use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.