CPSC, Family Dollar Services Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2551.
These are 25-foot Durex Procraft outdoor extension cords. These green cords are sold in blue and black packaging. An Underwriters Laboratories' label is attached to the cord showing code "E-174825." The item UPC number is 0 74972 01025 1, and is located on the back of the package in the lower right-hand corner.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2551.
Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Family Dollar Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For $3. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2551.
Call Royal United Corp. toll-free at (800) 682-0097 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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Family Dollar Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For $3. Recall FAQ
Family Dollar Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For $3. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, Family Dollar Services Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords. The notice was published on December 23, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 60,000 units are potentially affected.