The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·14228·Announced 2014-07-10

Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor Chargers Due to Burn Hazard

Gemini is recalling about 31,000 promotional power adaptors/chargers because they can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should stop using and dispose of the units.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 (burn hazard) where injury has been reported, but the source does not indicate fatalities or serious injuries requiring a higher classification.

Plain-English summary

Gemini Manufacturing Inc. is recalling about 31,000 power adaptor/chargers (model number ADCP3-1000) due to a burn hazard. The recalled units are plastic cubes, approximately 1 inch to 1 ¼ inch on one side, featuring two prongs for electrical outlets and a USB port. They are available in black, blue, green, red, and white.

The adaptors can overheat, posing a risk of burns. The company has received one report of a consumer who was burned on their hand while using the product. These chargers were distributed free as a promotional giveaway at trade shows nationwide from October 2013 to April 2014.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away. For more information, consumers can contact Gemini toll-free at (877) 230-4986 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.geminimanufacturing.net and click on the “Safety Notice” link.

The recalled product

Product
Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway)
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
31,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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