Kelsey-Stuart 12-Volt Battery Charger Recalled Due to Fatal Shock Hazard
CPSC warns that Kelsey-Stuart 12-volt battery chargers (Model A-610) sold after December 1973 may cause fatal electric shock. Consumers should discontinue use immediately.
What this means for you
Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states the defect could result in a 'fatal electric shock,' which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'known fatalities' or 'death/serious injury reported' (Score 5).
Plain-English summary
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning regarding Kelsey-Stuart 12-volt battery chargers, specifically model number A-610. The recall targets units purchased after December 1973. The product is manufactured by Dimatic and Kelsey-Stuart, Inc.
The recall is due to a possible defect in the device that could result in a fatal electric shock. The CPSC identifies the primary hazard as electrocution or electric shock. No specific number of affected units or reported injuries is provided in the source text.
Consumers who may have purchased this specific model after December 1973 are advised to discontinue use of the device immediately to avoid the risk of fatal shock.
The recalled product
- Product
- CPSC Warns Of Potentially Fatal Shock Hazard From 12-Volt Battery Charger
- Manufacturer
- Dimatic
- Category
- Consumer Product — Electronics
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Related recalls
Same hazard · electric shock
See all →- High
- Severe
- ModeratePanasonic Electric Toaster Ovens Recalled for Shock and Fire Hazards
CPSC · 2026-07-16
- SevereAltec Recalls 2022-2023 Aerial Work Platforms Due to Missing Check Valve
NHTSA · 2025-12-23
- High