Morton Paper Recalls 75,750 Extension Cords for Electrocution Risk
Morton Paper Co. is recalling approximately 75,750 extension cords due to a risk of electrocution or electric shock.
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 (electrocution) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Morton Paper Co. of Brooklyn, N.Y., is recalling about 75,750 extension cords. The recall was issued on December 17, 1998, by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
The recalled extension cords pose a risk of electrocution or electric shock. The source text does not report any injuries or illnesses associated with this recall.
Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately. The source text does not specify the model numbers, specific retailers, or the exact remedy options available to consumers.
The recalled product
- Product
- Morton Paper extension cords
- Manufacturer
- Morton Paper
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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