Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits
CPSC Recall #13-119 — February 12, 2013
Product
Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits
Description
The converter can overheat if a load in excess of 50 watts is applied to the converter while in the 50-watt setting.
Hazard
The converter can overheat if a load in excess of 50 watts is applied to the converter while in the 50-watt setting. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported in the U.S.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel converters and contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 20,000
Sold At
Retail stores nationwide and at the Samsonite on-line store from January 2011 through December 2012 for approximately $35.
Manufactured In
China