Heyday 3 Foot Lightning USB charging cables recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 29, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Target Recalls USB Charging Cables Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

Recall number

19129

Brand / firm

Chug Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.

Sold / distributed

Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from June 2018 through January 2019 for about $15.

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.

What was recalled

This recall includes the heyday 3 Foot Lightning USB charging cables. The cables are used to charge cellphones and other electronics that use lightning connector charging cables. The metal charging cable is purple, green and blue iridescent. The word "heyday" is printed on the cable's connector. The model number 080 08 8261 is printed on the side of the product's packaging.

What to do

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