MiWorld Accessories Recalls Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Charlotte Russe Stores
Recall 15228 · Sep 1, 2015 · MiWorld Accessories
3,200
units affected
3,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 15228
- Date
- Sep 1, 2015
- Company
- MiWorld Accessories
- Units affected
- 3,200
- Product
- USB Cord & Wall Chargers for iPhone 5/5S
- Product type
- Battery Chargers
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves wall chargers with USB cords that are used to charge the iPhone 5 and 5S. The chargers have a geometric print in mint green and peach colors. Style numbers CRGT-003 or CRGT-004 are printed on the UPC sticker on the back side of the package. "Charlotte Russe" and "USB Cord & Wall Charger for iPhone 5/5S" are printed on the packaging.
What can happen
The chargers can overheat and catch fire while in use, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled chargers and contact MiWorld for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There has been one report of the charger catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Charlotte Russe stores nationwide during October 2014 for about $13.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled usb cord & wall chargers for iphone 5/5s?
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled chargers and contact MiWorld for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The chargers can overheat and catch fire while in use, posing a fire hazard.
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.