CPSC, Fairlong International Recall Extension Cords
USCPSC, Fairlong International Recall Extension Cords
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The cords have undersized wires, incorrect ratings, lack overcurrent protection and allow polarize plugs to be incorrectly inserted into the receptacles. These cords present fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled cords are made of white or brown plastic, measure 6 or 9 feet long and have 3 receptacles. A plastic safety cover is imprinted with caution statements, which include "Avoid Hazards, Keep Children Away, Unplug When Not In Use, Rated 125-Volts, For Indoor Use Only." The cords are marked with the following information, "SPT-2, 18AWGX2C, VW-1, 60 C." The cords were sold in blue and yellow cardboard wrappers. The cords are made in China.
Affected Products
Household extension cords
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2000/CPSC-Fairlong-International-Recall-Extension-Cords |
| Title | CPSC, Fairlong International Recall Extension Cords |
| Images › U R L | http://www.cpsc.gov/PageFiles/69486/00013a.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled household extension cords |
| Hazards › Name | The cords have undersized wires, incorrect ratings, lack overcurrent protection and allow polarize plugs to be incorrectly inserted into the receptacles. These cords present fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Household extension cords |
| Products › Type | Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors |
| Products › Category I D | 4062 |
| Products › Number Of Units | More than 149,600 |
| Recall I D | 1211 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled cords immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Consumers also can return the cords directly to the company, for a refund, plus the cost of postage. |
| Importers › Name | Fairlong International, of Addison, Ill. |
| Retailers › Name | Wholesale and discount stores in the Chicago area, and a few stores in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan and Ohio, sold the cords, from July 1997 through October 1999, for about $1 to $2. |
| Recall Date | 1999-11-04T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled cords are made of white or brown plastic, measure 6 or 9 feet long and have 3 receptacles. A plastic safety cover is imprinted with caution statements, which include "Avoid Hazards, Keep Children Away, Unplug When Not In Use, Rated 125-Volts, For Indoor Use Only." The cords are marked with the following information, "SPT-2, 18AWGX2C, VW-1, 60 C." The cords were sold in blue and yellow cardboard wrappers. The cords are made in China. |
| Recall Number | 00013a |
| Consumer Contact | For instructions, consumers should call Fairlong at (800) 577-8197 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-05-05T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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