Starting date:
May 21, 2015
Posting date:
May 21, 2015
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Electronics
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Fire Hazard
Audience:
General Public
Identification number:
RA-53431
Affected products
Jump&Go; Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply
Product description
This recall involves Jump&Go; Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply 12V power supplies. The recalled products are pocket-sized power supplies that measure about 5.1 inches (13 centimeters) tall x 3 inches (7.5 centimeters) wide x 0.9 inches (2.5 centimeters) deep. They are red, black, yellow or pink in colour. The affected power supplies come with detachable jumper cables; built-in high output LED flashlight with emergency flashing patterns; and a USB port for charging electronic devices. The Jump&Go; and Whistler logos are printed on the front of the unit.
The following model numbers are included in this recall:
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Model Number
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UPC
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Date Codes
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WJS-3000R
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052303 40726 0
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201404 through 201439
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WJS-3000B
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052303 40728 4
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201404 through 201439
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WJS-3000Y
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052303 40727 7
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201404 through 201439
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WJS-3000P
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052303 40725 3
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201404 through 201439
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The model number and date code can be found on the back of the unit under the colored silicone boot. The model number is on the operational label. The date code is stamped directly on the case adjacent to the operational label. Units that have an additional serial number label on the case beneath the silicone cover are not included in this recall.
Hazard identified
The lithium battery in the power supply can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Health Canada has not received any consumer reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these power supplies in Canada.
Whistler Group, Inc. is aware of two reports of the units overheating in Canada, with no injuries reported.
Number sold
Approximately 955 of the recalled power supplies were sold at various retailers and online in Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled products were sold between March 2014 and September 2014.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
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Manufacturer
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Shenzhen Gospell Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
Shenzhen
CHINA
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Distributor
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The Whistler Group, Inc.
Bentonville
Arkansas
UNITED STATES