The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14233·Announced 2014-07-17

Popkiller Recalls USB Chargers and Cables Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Popkiller is recalling USB car chargers, power adapters, and cables due to fire and electric shock risks. No injuries have been reported.

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 electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Popkiller is recalling mini USB car charger power adapters, universal USB power adapters, and 8-pin USB data sync charging cables. The recall involves approximately 2,500 units sold at Popkiller retail locations in Los Angeles and Costa Mesa, California, from June 2013 through April 2014. The products were sold for approximately $4.50 to $6.50 and are available in red, orange, green, blue, purple, and pink.

The recall is due to improperly mounted plug blades and inadequate electronic circuitry, which create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers. The CPSC has not reported any injuries associated with these products.

Consumers should immediately stop using the phone accessories. They can return the product to the store where it was sold or send it to Popkiller Headquarters for a full merchandise credit. For more information, consumers can call Popkiller toll-free at (888) 345-0724 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.

The recalled product

Product
USB car charger adapters, power adapters and 8-pin charger cables
Manufacturer
Shenzhen Qiwei Electronic Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
2,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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