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 90,000 units
Recall No. 19-129 Published May 29, 2019

heyday 3 Foot Lightning USB charging cables

The metal around the cord can become electrically charged if it contacts the USB wall charger plug prongs while charging, posing shock and fire hazards. Manufactured by Chug Inc. and sold at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from June 2018 – January 2019 for about $15.

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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
490800882614

Why it was recalled

The metal around the cord can become electrically charged if it contacts the USB wall charger plug prongs while charging, 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

Target has received 14 reports of the cables smoking, sparking or igniting, including two reports of consumer finger burns.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the recalled cable to any Target store for a full refund.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerChug Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.
UnitsAbout 90,000
Made inChina
Sold atTarget stores nationwide and online at www.target.com
Sales periodJune 2018 – January 2019
PriceAbout $15

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-440-0680
7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT daily
Recall page
www.target.com

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