Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4404.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4404.
Consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Electrical Distributors, Hardware Stores, And Home Centers Nationwide From June 2005 Through April 2008 For Between $1 And $5. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4404.
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
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Electrical Distributors, Hardware Stores, And Home Centers Nationwide From June 2005 Through April 2008 For Between $1 And $5. Recall FAQ
Electrical Distributors, Hardware Stores, And Home Centers Nationwide From June 2005 Through April 2008 For Between $1 And $5. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards. The notice was published on August 20, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 53,000 units are potentially affected.