CPSC recall 08367
Electrical Wire Splices (also known as Butt Splice Connectors)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Electrical Wire Splices (also known as Butt Splice Connectors) by Gardner Bender, citing when crimped, the splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08367 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-08-20 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gardner Bender |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Electrical Wire Splices (also known as Butt Splice Connectors) | 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.
Reason
When crimped, the splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Gardner-Bender-Recalls-Electrical-Wire-Splices-Due-to-Shock-and-Fire-Hazards
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