Safety regulator, STK International Announce Recall of Extension Cords
Recall 02217 · Jul 30, 2002 · STK International Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.
190,000
units affected
190,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 02217
- Date
- Jul 30, 2002
- Company
- STK International Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.
- Units affected
- 190,000
- Product
- Volt Master Extension Cords
- Product type
- Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
The recalled extension cords were sold in brown (model EC-222) or white (model EC-221) and are approximately 5 feet by 3 inches long. The model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the packaging. The cords were packaged in a mustard and orange color sleeve with the words, "5 Household Extension Cords" and "Made in China" printed on the front. The "Volt Master" logo is printed in the left corner of the packaging. "YWC-981 8 CHINA E157848" is printed on the cord.
What can happen
The cords have undersized wires, presenting a shock hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using and unplug these extension cords immediately and return them to STK International for a refund, including postage. Consumers should mail their extension cords to the attention of EC-221/ EC-222 Recall, STK International, Inc., 5500 East Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90022.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
- Sold at
- Discount stores sold the extension cords nationwide, from October 1998 to March 2002, for about $1.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled volt master extension cords?
Consumers should stop using and unplug these extension cords immediately and return them to STK International for a refund, including postage. Consumers should mail their extension cords to the attention of EC-221/ EC-222 Recall, STK International, Inc., 5500 East Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90022.
What is the hazard?
The cords have undersized wires, presenting a shock 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.