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

Recall Date: October 18, 2018
Recall Number: 19-013

Recall Summary

Name of Product:
Wireless charger bedside pockets

Hazard:

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

Remedy: Refund

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

Consumer 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.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/K...side-Pockets-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazard

Recall Details

Units:
About 3,600

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.

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