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United Copper Recalls Metal Clad Cables Due to Fire and Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)

Reported: August 30, 2016 Initiated: August 30, 2016 #16769

Product Description

This recall involves 250-foot and 1,000-foot 12/2 metal clad aluminum armored cabling with date codes between August 2015 and November 2015. The cable is typically installed behind walls, connecting the circuit breaker panel to a 120-volt wall outlet or lighting switch. The date code is printed, in a MMMYY format (ex. Aug15), on the back side of the hang tag attached to the cabling at the time of purchase.

Reason for Recall

A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact United Copper to schedule a free inspection to determine whether their cable is included in the recall. Consumers cannot safely identify or replace the recalled cable that is likely installed within the walls of the building. United Copper is directly contacting distributors who purchased the recalled cable.

Details

Units Affected
About 57,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/United-Copper-Recalls-Metal-Clad-Cables

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves 250-foot and 1,000-foot 12/2 metal clad aluminum armored cabling with date codes between August 2015 and November 2015. The cable is typically installed behind walls, connecting the circuit breaker panel to a 120-volt wall outlet or lighting switch. The date code is printed, in a MMMYY format (ex. Aug15), on the back side of the hang tag attached to the cabling at the time of purchase.. Recalled by United Copper Inc., of Denton, Texas. Units affected: About 57,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately contact United Copper to schedule a free inspection to determine whether their cable is included in the recall. Consumers cannot safely identify or replace the recalled cable that is likely installed within the walls of the building. United Copper is directly contacting distributors who purchased the recalled cable.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 30, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16769.

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