Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits
CPSC Recall #19-183 — August 20, 2019
Product
Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits
Description
This recall involves Garvin Pop-Up Floor Box Kits with a finish of either stainless steel or brushed brass that each include two electrical receptacles and two USB ports. The pop-up electrical outlet boxes are designed to be installed into floors with a metal lid that opens and closes to reveal the electrical receptacles and USB ports.
Hazard
The electrical receptacles can overheat when in use, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Southwire has received three reports of the floor boxes overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug any electrical devices from the recalled electrical outlet boxes, discontinue their use and contact Southwire for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 3,000
Sold At
Online at garvinindustries.com, acdcusa.com, cesco.com, gordonelectricsupply.com, platt.com and usesi.com from January 2016 through August 2018 for about $90.
Importer
Garvin Industries Inc., of of Franklin Park, Ill.
Manufactured In
China