The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10184·Announced 2010-03-31

Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

Howard Berger is recalling about 12,000 Brightway extension cords and power strips because inadequate coating and small conductors pose a fire hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Howard Berger Co. Inc. is recalling approximately 12,000 units of Brightway indoor and outdoor extension cords and power strips. The affected products include outdoor extension cords with model numbers R2600 through R2615, indoor extension cords with model numbers EE6 through EE20, and power strips with model number MP6DG. The word "Brightway" is printed on the cords, and model numbers are printed on the product's packaging.

The recall is due to a fire hazard. The extension cords and power strips have inadequate coating material around the cords and copper conductors that are smaller than required. No injuries have been reported.

These products were sold at hardware and discount stores nationwide from August 2009 through October 2009 for between $1 and $20. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Howard Berger at (800) 221-6895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit www.hberger.com, or email [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Indoor and Outdoor Extension Cords and Power Strips
Manufacturer
Howard Berger Co. Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Electrical Cords and Strips
Hazard
Affected units
12,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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