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MiWorld Accessories Recalls Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Charlotte Russe Stores
[September 01, 2015]

MiWorld Accessories Recalls Plug-in Wall Chargers for iPhones Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Charlotte Russe Stores


WASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/MiWorld-Accessories-Recalls-Plug-in-Wall-Chargers-for-iPhones/

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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
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled chargers and contact MiWorld for a full 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
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SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission


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