Outlet converters
Description: This recall involves commercial electric 15-amp triplex outlet converters, also known as taps, with model number LA-05 and UPC 818897010121. The white plastic converters convert a single electrical outlet into three outlets with an outlet plug on the left, front and right side of the tap. The outlet taps measure 1.7 inches tall by 1.3 inches wide by 1.69 inches deep. On the front facing outlet, neutral and line (power socket) sizes are reversed. The model number is printed on the mold on the side that the prongs are located and the UPC number is printed on a sticker on the top of the converter along with the UL listing. [Learn More]
About 42,000 units were affected by this recall.
Outlet Converters Recalled by Ningbo Litesun Electric with Home Depot Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
Commercial electric 15-Amp triplex outlet converter. Location of model number LA-05 on the outlet converter
Outlet converters Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 10/10/2017 |
| Recall ID | 8153 |
| Recall Number | 18006 |
| Hazard | The outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards. |
| Injuries | The firm has received one report of a consumer who was shocked while using an outlet converter. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled outlet converters and contact Home Depot for a full refund. |
| Remedy Option | Refund |
| Contact | Home Depot toll-free at 877-527-0313 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday or online at www.homedepot.com and click on “Product Recalls” located under customer service for more information. |
| Last Updated | 10/10/2017 |
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