CPSC Warns Of Potentially Fatal Shock Hazard From 12-Volt Battery Charger
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 74-003 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- February 1, 1974
- Brand
- Dimatic
- Category
- Power banks, chargers and batteries
- Products
- Kelsey-Stuart 12-volt Battery Chargers
- Hazard
- Electric shock hazard
- Hazard type
- Electric shock
- Last updated by CPSC
- February 3, 2015
What was recalled
Consumers who may have purchased -- after December, 1973, a "Kelsey-Stuart, Inc." 12-volt battery charger carrying model number A-610 should discontinue use of the device. They contain a possible defect which could result in a fatal electric shock.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Kelsey-Stuart 12-volt Battery Chargers
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Dimatic; Kelsey-Stuart.
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?
Kelsey-Stuart 12-volt Battery Chargers. " 12-volt battery charger carrying model number A-610 should discontinue use of the device.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Electric shock hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Follow the instructions in the official CPSC recall notice linked on this page.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on February 3, 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.