Reminder Conso has sounded the alarm on 3 models of power strips, sold in several major retail brands. The latter are accused of seeing their power cable deteriorate too quickly, which creates serious fire risks. Find in this article the list of models and stores concerned.
A simple power strip could ruin your Christmas. This is the bad news announced by the Rappel Conso organization on December 18. The latter discovered that three models of power strips, currently sold in many supermarkets, present a serious manufacturing defect. Their power cable deteriorates too quickly, which risks starting a fire if the problem is not detected early enough.
Conso recall therefore urges all consumers who have purchased the corresponding models to return them without waiting in store. These will then be fully reimbursed, in accordance with the law. Those affected will have until June 15, 2024 to get rid of their defective power strip. However, given the seriousness of the risks involved, we advise you not to wait that long to return the device.
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How to know if you need to return your power strip to the store
Conso reminder points out 3 models of power strips. All are manufactured by the Smart System brand. If you have a power strip from this manufacturer, you must check their product references. If your power strip includes one of these references, you are strongly advised to return it without delay:
- 6-PLUG MULTI-PLUG 110033/90 614 (Camet): barcode 3560238508268
- 7-PLUG MULTI-PLUG 110034/90 312 (Camet): barcode 3560238508275
- 4-PLUG MULTI-PLUG IP44 164 719/FPYX-K-4N (Hongyi): barcode 3560237555706
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Rappel Conso has also provided the complete list of stores in France that have put these power strips on sale. If you own one of these power strips, visit this link to find out where you can return it for a refund. Here is the list of some major brands concerned:
- Auchan
- Bazaarland
- Bricomarché
- Bricorama
- Crossroads
- Casino
- Centrakor
- Conforama
- Fair Search
- G20
- Intermaché
- Garden center
- Leclerc
- Business market
- Maxibazar
- Mr DIY
- My Kozy Shop
- Super U
Source: Conso Reminder