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MiWorld Accessories Recalls Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Charlotte Russe StoresWASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/MiWorld-Accessories-Recalls-Plug-in-Wall-Chargers-for-iPhones/ Recall Summary Name of Produt: USB Cord & Wall Chargers for iPhone 5/5S Hazard: The chargers can overheat and catch fire while in use, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Refund Consumer Contact: MiWorld Accessories toll-free at 877-936-6677 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or online at www.miworldaccessories.com and click on "Product Recall Click Here for More Info" button for more information. Recall Details Units: About 3,200 Description: This recall involves wall chargers with USB cords that are used to charge the iPhone 5 and 5S. The chargers have a geometric print in mint green and peach colors. Style numbers CRGT-003 or CRGT-004 are printed on the UPC sticker on the back side of the package. "Charlotte Russe" and "USB Cord & Wall Charger for iPhone 5/5S" are printed on the packaging. Incidents/Injuries: There has been one report of the charger catching on fire. No injuries have been reported. Sold exclusively at: Charlotte Russe stores nationwide during October 2014 for about $13. Importer: MiWorld Accessories LLC, of New York Manufactured in: China CPSC Consumer Information Hotline Media Contact Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO
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