USB chargers sold at IKEA recalled due to burn, shock hazards
(WHTM) — Thousands of USB chargers sold by IKEA are being recalled due to burn and electric shock hazards.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says more than 32,000 ÅSKSTORM 40W USB Chargers sold in the United States and Canada have cables that can break or become damaged over time.
The broken cables can lead to electric shock and burn hazards for users. There have been 17 incidents reported internationally, including five reports of burns and four reports of electrical shock. No incidents have been reported in the United States.
The gray chargers, which were sold at IKEA online and in stores from April 2020 through December 2023, have model number ICPSW5-40-1 printed on the label on the backside.
The product can be identified by the model number ICPSW5-40-1, which can be found on the label on the back side of the USB charger. The product can be identified by the model number ICPSW5-40-1, which can be found on the label on the back side of the USB charger.
They were priced at about $30.
Consumers can receive a refund by calling IKEA at 888-966-4532 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. They can also visit IKEA’s website for recall and refund information.
