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Medium RiskCPSCcpsc-3331ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard

Category
Units Affected
600,000
Recall Date
August 10, 2006
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Electrical Shock
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3331.

The recalled cords are green, measure 6 feet long, are intended for indoors and have a three-outlet extension. Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/01 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BW-3045 13A 125V 1625W".

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3331.

Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, And Dollar Express Nationwide From November 2005 Through May 2006 For $1. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. 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-3331.

For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc., at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com

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Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, And Dollar Express Nationwide From November 2005 Through May 2006 For $1. Recall FAQ

Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, And Dollar Express Nationwide From November 2005 Through May 2006 For $1. is the subject of a toys recall: Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on August 10, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 600,000 units are potentially affected.