CPSCFebruary 12, 2013consumer
Samsonite Recalls Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits Due to Fire, Burn Hazards
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The 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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel converters and contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund.
Brands named
samsonitedualdual wattage
Recall history
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