The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·18164·Announced 2018-05-24

Bluefin Recalls Wireless Phone Chargers Due to Burn Hazard

Bluefin International is recalling about 3,000 wireless phone chargers because they can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a refund.

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 not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Bluefin International is recalling about 3,000 wireless smart phone chargers with model number AC16B. The recalled chargers are circular with clear edges, a white plastic center with black trim, and measure about 3.9 inches in diameter and 0.4 inches tall. They include a black USB cable.

The chargers can overheat while in use, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The firm has received three reports of the chargers overheating, but no injuries have been reported.

The chargers were distributed as a free promotional item to attendees at the FICO World tradeshow in Miami Beach, Florida, and other events, as well as through the ad specialty channel in April 2018. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Bluefin for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Wireless phone chargers
Manufacturer
Bluefin International, of Cumming, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics
Hazard
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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