Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard
USElectrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard
Recalling Firm: Cerro Wire Inc., of Crothersville, Ind.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
While the actual electrical wire has "14 gauge" printed on it, the packaging incorrectly labels the electrical wire as 12 gauge. If used as a 12 gauge wire, it can overload, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel.
Affected Products
THHN Electrical Wire
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Electrical-Wire-Recalled-by-Cerro-Wire-due-to-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d823869545a54c3f915f37624cf84dd0.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled solid THNN electrical wire |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d1aa2b57957d4c1da68ba26d13d081ea.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled stranded THNN electrical wire |
| Hazards › Name | While the actual electrical wire has "14 gauge" printed on it, the packaging incorrectly labels the electrical wire as 12 gauge. If used as a 12 gauge wire, it can overload, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | THHN Electrical Wire |
| Products › Type | Electric Wire or Wiring Systems |
| Products › Category I D | 67879 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,000 |
| Recall I D | 311 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using any switches, outlets or electrical devices using this wire and contact Cerro Wire for instructions on returning the product for a refund. Any contractor or subcontractor who used this wire should inspect their work to see that their work meets local electrical wiring code. |
| Retailers › Name | Home Depot & Menards stores in the following states: Colo., Iowa, Idaho, Ill., Ind., Kan., Ky., Mich., Minn., Mo., Mont., N.D., Neb., Ohio, Ore., Pa., S.D., Utah, Wash., Wis., Wyo. from December 2009 through April 2010. The 50-foot wire spools were sold for $9 and the 100-foot spools for about $16. |
| Recall Date | 2010-08-18T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel. |
| Product U P Cs › 1 › U P C | 48243982721 |
| Product U P Cs › 2 › U P C | 48243229215 |
| Recall Number | 10319 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Cerro Wire Inc., of Crothersville, Ind. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Cerro Wire toll-free at (866) 572-3776 ext. 269 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.cerrowire.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Check Other Products In Your Household
Free Safety ToolsSafety recalls are issued daily across foods, medications, vehicles, and electronics. Use our instant tools to check your home for active safety warnings:
Overview
- Recalling FirmCerro Wire Inc., of Crothersville, Ind.
📢 Share Warning
Alert family and friends to keep them safe. Copy this quick alert message:
🚨 SAFETY ALERT: Cerro Wire Inc., of Crothersville, Ind. - Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard Check if your household is affected: https://therecallfile.com/recalls/electrical-wire-recalled-by-cerro-wire-due-to-fire-hazard/CPSC-10319
Join Alertlist
Get instant email updates whenever critical safety recalls like this are published.
Featured on Product Hunt
Help support our public safety mission and check out our community launch.
Support The Recall File
Help keep official recall alerts free, accessible, and fast for everyone.
Related Recalls
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Tires
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Airbag
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Airbag