Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 42,000 units
Electrical Recall No. 18-006 Published October 10, 2017

Outlet converters

The outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards. Manufactured by Ningbo Litesun Electric Co. Ltd. and sold at Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.HomeDepot.com from February 2017 – July 2017 for about $5.

Commercial electric 15-Amp triplex outlet converter
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Commercial electric 15-Amp triplex outlet converter

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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
818897010121

Why it was recalled

The outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received one report of a consumer who was shocked while using an outlet converter.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled outlet converters and contact Home Depot for a full refund.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerNingbo Litesun Electric Co. Ltd., of China
UnitsAbout 42,000
Made inChina
Sold atHome Depot stores nationwide and online at www.HomeDepot.com
Sales periodFebruary 2017 – July 2017
PriceAbout $5
Category Electrical

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-527-0313
8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a
Recall page
www.homedepot.com

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