Metal Clad (MC) aluminum armored cables
Class I - Dangerous 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: August 30, 2016 United Copper Inc., of Denton, Texas Electronics
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 57,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- United Copper Inc., of Denton, Texas
- Reason for Recall:
- A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately contact United Copper to schedule a free inspection to determine whether their cable is included in the recall. Consumers cannot safely identify or replace the recalled cable that is likely installed within the walls of the building. United Copper is directly contacting distributors who purchased the recalled cable.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves 250-foot and 1,000-foot 12/2 metal clad aluminum armored cabling with date codes between August 2015 and November 2015. The cable is typically installed behind walls, connecting the circuit breaker panel to a 120-volt wall outlet or lighting switch. The date code is printed, in a MMMYY format (ex. Aug15), on the back side of the hang tag attached to the cabling at the time of purchase.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 57,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 16769