Hazard
378 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 378 electric shock recalls we have scored against our rubric, 17 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 62 (16%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all electric shock recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Motorola is recalling about 1 million DCT2000 digital cable set-top boxes because power cord pins could break, posing an electric shock hazard.
Greenlee Textron is recalling CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters because a defective grommet can cause inaccurate readings, creating a risk of electric shock or electrocution.
PM International is recalling about 22,000 adapter plugs because they can expose live electrical conductors, posing an electric shock hazard.
E-filliate Inc. is recalling Ziotek extension cords sold by Cyberguys because reversed polarity creates electric shock and electrocution risks.
Vector Manufacturing is recalling 1,600 power inverters because their GFCI outlets may fail to protect against shock or electrocution.
Flora-Lite Co. is recalling about 7,500 Rice Lights Christmas light sets because wires can pull out of plugs, posing electrocution, shock, and fire risks.
Winstar International is recalling about 9,000 miniature Christmas light sets sold in New York and New Jersey due to electrocution, shock, and fire risks.
NBG International is recalling Rice Light decorative Christmas lights due to undersized wires that could cause electric shock or fire. No injuries have been reported.
Oreck is recalling AC adaptors for ZipVac rechargeable vacuums because they can overheat and melt, posing burn and electric shock risks. No injuries have been reported.
American Tack & Hardware is recalling Westek rope light switches that may remain energized, posing an electric shock risk. No injuries have been reported.
Light Tech is recalling on/off switches for cable lights due to a potential electric shock hazard. Consumers should stop using the switches and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement cord.
Lakewood Engineering recalls about 107,000 electric heaters because loose internal connections can energize the metal frame, posing a shock risk.
Dura Kleen (USA) Inc. is recalling about 459,000 nightlights due to loose electrical connections and flammable plastic that pose fire and shock risks.
GEM Stores is recalling 50,000 miniature and icicle Christmas lights sold in New York from November to December 2000. The lights have undersized wires that can pull out of plugs, posing electric shock and fire hazards.
Pioneer Paper Co. is recalling musical and miniature Christmas lights sold in New York due to undersized wires that pose electric shock and fire hazards.
Sun Sun Industries is recalling 12,000 sets of miniature Christmas lights sold in New York because undersized wires pose electric shock and fire hazards.
Kole Imports is recalling Sterling-brand circuit testers that may fail to detect electric current, posing a shock risk. One injury has been reported.
Woods Industries is recalling about 500,000 extension cords and cord reels because the locking plug housing can break, exposing live wires and posing shock hazards.
BISSELL is recalling about 207,000 PowerClean and PureAir upright vacuum cleaners because the power cord insulation can tear, posing a risk of shock and burns.
CPSC and Advance Thermo Control are recalling Prince Lionheart Baby Wipe Warmers because cracked interior tubs can allow water to contact electrical components, posing an electric shock hazard.
Cadet Manufacturing is recalling over 1.9 million in-wall electric heaters because they can emit flames, sparks, or molten particles, posing risks of fire, burns, and electric shock.
Viking Sewing Machines Inc. is recalling about 1,100 Husqvarna Viking model #1+ sewing machines because loose pins in the power transformer could cause electric shock.
Perfecto Manufacturing is recalling SHOlights aquarium lights because sharp edges may damage wiring, posing risks of electric shock, electrocution, or fire.
Fluke Corp. is recalling Model T-2 electrical testers because battery corrosion may cause power loss, preventing the device from warning users of live current.
New Buffalo Corp. is recalling about 2,800 Buffalo Fluorescent Work Lights because they pose a risk of electric shock or electrocution.