16-111, dated March 1, 2016.
United States · CPSC · Habitats
Top Fin™ Power Filters for Aquariums
United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart
Reference 16-111March 1, 2016Electrical shock
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Affected product identity
Description
A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
- Company
- United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo.
- Manufactured in
- U.S.
- Units stated
- About 155,000 (in addition, about 3,300 filters were sold in Canada)
- Sold at
- PetSmart stores nationwide and online from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $15 and $64.
Published safety action
Electrical shock
Hazard
A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumer action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.
Incidents stated in the source
None reported
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