GE Recalls Midwest Brand RV Receptacles Due to Electrical Shock Risk
GE is recalling Midwest brand 30A receptacles for RVs and campgrounds due to an ineffective ground clip that may cause electrical 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 (electrical shock) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
The General Electric Company (GE) is recalling certain Midwest brand 30A, 125V AC, 3-wire plug-in receptacles used in recreational vehicle power outlets and pedestals. These receptacles, which may also be branded GE or Heritage, were produced between May 21, 2012, and July 22, 2012. They were sold as replacement parts or as part of outlets and pedestals typically found at campgrounds, recreational vehicle parks, or private residences.
The affected receptacles may have an ineffective ground clip, resulting in an incomplete electrical ground connection. If a user touches an affected plug, conditions may exist in which the user receives an electrical shock.
GE will notify owners and replace the receptacles free of charge. Notices were mailed to retailers on October 31, 2012. Owners may contact GE at 1-866-855-8504 or the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- EQUIPMENT recall
- Manufacturer
- GE Industrial Solutions
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 3,069
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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