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CPSC recall 18006

Outlet converters

On 2017-10-10 the CPSC announced a recall of Outlet converters by Ningbo Litesun Electric, citing the outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number18006
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2017-10-10
Published2017-10-10
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyNingbo Litesun Electric
DistributionUS

Product

Outlet converters | This recall involves commercial electric 15-amp triplex outlet converters, also known as taps, with model number LA-05 and UPC 818897010121. The white plastic converters convert a single electrical outlet into three outlets with an outlet plug on the left, front and right side of the tap. The outlet taps measure 1.7 inches tall by 1.3 inches wide by 1.69 inches deep. On the front facing outlet, neutral and line (power socket) sizes are reversed. The model number is printed on the mold on the side that the prongs are located and the UPC number is printed on a sticker on the top of the converter along with the UL listing.

Reason

The outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards.

Identifiers

upc818897010121

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/2018/Outlet-Converters-Recalled-by-Ningbo-Litesun-Electric-with-Home-Depot

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