AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard
Released: Thursday, December 13, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 140,000 Valucraft Booster Cables. The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Valucraft Booster Cables
Description
This recall involves the Valucraft eight gauge and ten gauge booster cables. The cables are orange and have “8GA” or “10GA” printed on them.
Hazards
The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
Incidents
AutoZone has received reports of four incidents of reverse polarity that resulted in minor property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the booster cables immediately and return them to any AutoZone store for a full refund or a free replacement.
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