Electrical Wire Splices Recalled Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

Electrical Wire Splices also known as Butt Splice Connectors

Molex, of Lisle, Ill, is recalling about 53,000 electrical wire splices because the splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers. The company has received one report of a splice failing to date.

The recalled butt splices are used to connect electrical wires to one another. They are typically used for wiring small electrical appliances, like audio equipment, or in automotive applications. The splices are yellow insulated vinyl and measure about one inch long and ¼ inch wide. They were intended for use with 12-10 AWG wire. 12-10 is stamped on the side of the splices. Model numbers 10-126, or 21-126, and Gardner Bender are printed on the product's packaging.

The splicers were sold in packages of 8 or 50, at electrical distributors, hardware stores, and home centers nationwide from June 2005 through April 2008 for between $1 and $5.

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Published on Aug-22-08