Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-311.
This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-311.
Consumers should immediately stop using any switches, outlets or electrical devices using this wire and contact Cerro Wire for instructions on returning the product for a refund. Any contractor or subcontractor who used this wire should inspect their work to see that their work meets local electrical wiring code.
✅ 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 Home Depot & Menards Stores In The Following States: Colo., Iowa, Idaho, Ill., Ind., Kan., Ky., Mich., Minn., Mo., Mont., N.d., Neb., Ohio, Ore., Pa., S.d., Utah, Wash., Wis., Wyo. From December 2009 Through April 2010. The 50-foot Wire Spools Were Sold For $9 And The 100-foot Spools For About $16. 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-311.
For additional information, contact Cerro Wire toll-free at (866) 572-3776 ext. 269 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.cerrowire.com
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Home Depot & Menards Stores In The Following States: Colo., Iowa, Idaho, Ill., Ind., Kan., Ky., Mich., Minn., Mo., Mont., N.d., Neb., Ohio, Ore., Pa., S.d., Utah, Wash., Wis., Wyo. From December 2009 Through April 2010. The 50-foot Wire Spools Were Sold For $9 And The 100-foot Spools For About $16. Recall FAQ
Home Depot & Menards Stores In The Following States: Colo., Iowa, Idaho, Ill., Ind., Kan., Ky., Mich., Minn., Mo., Mont., N.d., Neb., Ohio, Ore., Pa., S.d., Utah, Wash., Wis., Wyo. From December 2009 Through April 2010. The 50-foot Wire Spools Were Sold For $9 And The 100-foot Spools For About $16. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on August 18, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,000 units are potentially affected.