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CPSC, E & B Giftware LLC Announce Recall of Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plugs

Reported: May 11, 2004 Initiated: May 11, 2004 #04133

Product Description

These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.

Reason for Recall

Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.

Remedy

Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.. Recalled by E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.Y.. Units affected: About 187,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.
What should consumers do?
Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 11, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04133.