Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor/Chargers Due to Burn Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 14-228 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 10, 2014
- Brand
- Gemini
- Category
- Power banks, chargers and batteries
- Products
- Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway)
- Hazard
- Burn Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Dispose
- Units
- About 31,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 9, 2015
What was recalled
The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell phones and other electronic products and have model number ADCP3-1000 imprinted on the plug side of the adaptor. They are plastic cubes about 1" to 1 ¼" on one side with two prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet and a USB port on the other. Recalled chargers come in five different colors: black, blue, green, red and white.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway) · About 31,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: The recalled adaptors/chargers were distributed free as a promotional giveaway at trade shows nationwide from October 2013 to April 2014.; Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.C..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received one report of a consumer who was burned on their hand.
Consumer contact
Gemini toll-free at (877) 230- 4986 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.geminimanufacturing.net and click on the “Safety Notice” link for more information.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 109 recalls in the power banks, chargers and batteries category, 20 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway) (About 31,000 units). The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell phones and other electronic products and have model number ADCP3-1000 imprinted on the plug side of the adaptor.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 9, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.