The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14226·Announced 2014-07-10

Lifeguard Press Recalls Charging Kits Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Lifeguard Press is recalling about 25,400 charging kits sold at Dillard's, Lilly Pulitzer, and Nordstrom's because the wall chargers can overheat, spark, or detach prongs, posing fire and shock risks.

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 risk-of-harm product (fire and electrical shock) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for products with potential for harm but no confirmed injuries.

Plain-English summary

Lifeguard Press Inc. is recalling approximately 25,400 charging kits used to recharge Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The recalled kits, sold under the Ban.do, Jonathan Adler, and Lilly Pulitzer brand names, include a wall charger, a car charger, a 30-pin USB cord, and a Lightning port adapter. The specific wall chargers involved are plastic cubes with two metal prongs and a USB port.

The recall was issued because the wall chargers can overheat, emit smoke, and spark, creating fire and burn hazards. Additionally, the prongs on the chargers can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock. Lifeguard Press has received six reports of chargers emitting smoke and sparking, and six reports of prongs detaching. No injuries have been reported.

The affected charging kits were sold at Dillard's, Lilly Pulitzer, Nordstrom's, and independent boutiques nationwide from February 2014 to June 2014 for between $25 and $30. Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Charging Kits
Manufacturer
Lifeguard Press Inc. Bowling Green, Ky.
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
25,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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