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Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireAug 20, 2008
Recalled Electrical Wire Splices
Recalled Electrical Wire Splices
Recalled Electrical Wire Splice
Recalled Electrical Wire Splice

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Hazard

When crimped, the splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.

Incidents & injuries

Gardner Bender has received one report of a recalled butt splice failing to hold wires together. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled butt splices are used to connect electrical wires to one another. They are typically used for wiring small electrical appliances, like audio equipment, or in automotive applications. The splices are yellow insulated vinyl and measure about one inch long and ¼ inch wide. They were intended for use with 12-10 AWG wire. 12-10 is stamped on the side of the splices. Model numbers 10-126, or 21-126, and Gardner Bender are printed on the product's packaging. They were sold in packages of 8 or 50.

Sold on

Electrical distributors, hardware stores, and home centers nationwide from June 2005 through April 2008 for between $1 and $5.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Gardner Bender at (800) 624-4320 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gardnerbender.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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