Product recalls
The Container Store Recalls: 2 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 2 recalls involving The Container Store products since 2010, the most recent on April 5, 2018. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
All The Container Store recalls
Mizco International Recalls Power Bank Charging Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold at The Container Store
Hazard: When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · April 5, 2018
Mizco International Recalls Power Bank Charging Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold at The Container Store
- Recall number
- 18138
- Units
- About 6,000
- Hazard
- When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Re-fuel by Digipower Grab and Go Family Pack portable power bank charging stations. The power bank charger is a self-contained energy source used to charge cell phones and other devices when an electrical outlet is not available. The unit consists of three (black, gray and green) 2600 mAh re-chargeable lithium-ion battery chargers that sit on a recharging docking station. Each power bank is oval in shape and measures approximately 3.75 inches long by 1.25 inches high by 0.75 inches wide. "re-fuel by DIGIPOWER" is printed on each power bank. Item number RF-TRIP is printed on the bottom of the charging station.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
- Sold at
- The Container Store stores nationwide from October 2017 through February 2018 for about $40.
- Company
- Mizco International Inc., of Avenel, N.J
- Contact
- The Container Store toll-free at 888-266-8246 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT anytime, via email at contain@containerstore.com or online at www.containerstore.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a full refund plus a $15 merchandise card.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 1, 2012
The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 12097
- Units
- About 7,200
- Hazard
- The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves three designs of brightly-colored, six-outlet power strips with model number 8001-6 embossed on the back. Power strip designs include Pop Power Strip in Scroll (black with white scroll), Dot (blue with orange, white and lime green dots and a lime green cord), and Zebra (black and white zebra stripes). The power strips have three-foot power cords. "Lush Life® power strips by design" is printed on the product's packaging.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a full refund plus a $15 merchandise card.
- Sold at
- The Container Stores nationwide and on the firm's website www.containerstore.com from October 2011 through December 2011 for about $15.
- Company
- The Container Store Inc., of Coppell, Texas
- Contact
- For additional information, consumers should contact The Container Store toll-free at (888) 266-8246 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, and between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT on Sunday, or visit the firm's website at www.containerstore.com
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.