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Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: October 30, 2014 Initiated: October 30, 2014 #15016

Product Description

The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.

Reason for Recall

The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.

Details

Recalling Firm
AGI Fundraising
Units Affected
About 55,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.. Recalled by AGI Fundraising. Units affected: About 55,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 30, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15016.