Kikkerland Recalls Wireless Charger Bedside Pockets Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Recall Date: 2018-10-18

Source Link: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Kikkerland-Recalls-Wireless-Charger-Bedside-Pockets-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazard



Name of Product:
Wireless charger bedside pockets
Hazard:

The wireless charger bedside pockets can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
October 18, 2018
Units:
About 3,600

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Kikkerland’s wireless charger bedside pockets used for recharging mobile phones and devices. The recalled chargers have a wireless charging pocket in which a mobile phone or other electronic device is placed. The recalled charger pockets have the configuration of an expanding v-shaped file folder with a single pocket and a rigid flap that is pivotally attached on one side. The pocket is typically placed between the mattress and the bed frame. They are made of a dark gray felt material and were sold with a power cord. In operation, the cord is plugged into an electronic outlet and the mobile phone is placed into the pocket for recharging.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charger pockets and contact Kikkerland for instructions on how to receive a full refund. 

Incidents/Injuries:

Kikkerland has received three reports of smoke coming from the charger pockets. No injuries have been reported. 

Sold At:
Annie’s Blue Ribbon, Kowalski’s, SF MOMA, Therapy stores and other stores nationwide from March 2018 through August 2018 for about $35.
Manufacturer(s):
Ningbo Hongrui Imp. & Exp. CP. Ltd., of China
Importer(s):

Kikkerland Design Inc, of New York

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
19-013


Contact:

Kikkerland at 800-766-8523 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at info@kikkerland.com or online at www.kikkerland.com and click on “Recalls” for more information. 



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