CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

When crimped, the splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 20, 2008

Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.

Contact Information

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

Recall Details

Sold At
Electrical distributors, hardware stores, and home centers nationwide from June 2005 through April 2008 for between $1 and $5.
Injuries
Gardner Bender has received one report of a recalled butt splice failing to hold wires together. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number
08367

Product Information

Product Name
Electrical Wire Splices (also known as Butt Splice Connectors)
Product Type
Electrical Outlets & Accessories
Number of Units
About 53,000
Distributed By
Gardner Bender, of Milwaukee, Wis.
Manufactured In
United States

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Full Contact Information

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