Recall: Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire, Shock, Electrocution Hazards

Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire, Shock, Electrocution Hazards

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: 15-Foot Extension Cords

Units: About 40

Retailer: Dollar Stop Plus, of Chicago, Ill.

Hazard: These extension cords have undersized wiring, and fail to connect properly at the plug and receptacle ends. This poses fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled product is a 15-foot white extension cord with green wrap-around green label with bold red and white lettering. The label reads "15 Ft HOUSEHOLD EXTENSION CORD." The "UL" symbol appears on the label. The cord has a silver UL holographic trademark tag, with "07/99, BV-7582, 13A 125V, 1875 W" printed on it. The cord is marked: SPT-2, 16AWGX2C, VW-1, 60^o C.

Sold at: The Dollar Stop Plus store in Chicago, Ill., from October 2003 through June 2005 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these extension cords and contact the firm for a full refund or exchange for same value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar Stop collect at (773) 539-6036 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.