Home Improvement Books
Published October 1, 2010
Summary
CPSC records recall 11701, published October 1, 2010. Recalling firm: Oxmoor House, Inc., of Birmingham, Ala.; Reported units: About 540,000 (About 951,000 home improvement books with similar faulty wiring instructions were recalled in January 2010).
What's the hazard
The books contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these books and contact Oxmoor House for a full refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Oxmoor House, Inc., of Birmingham, Ala.
- Manufacturer
- Oxmoor House, Inc., of Birmingham, Ala.
- Distributor
- Home improvement stores and bookstores nationwide from 1955 through December 2005 for between $5 and $20.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Home Improvement Books recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 11701 on October 1, 2010. Reported hazard: The books contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fire hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using these books and contact Oxmoor House for a full refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Oxmoor House, Inc., of Birmingham, Ala..