About 3,200 USB Cord & Wall Chargers for iPhone 5/5S has been recalled by MiWorld Accessories LLC, of New York. The chargers can overheat and catch fire while in use, posing a fire hazard. This recall involves wall chargers with USB cords that are used to charge the iPhone 5 and 5S. The chargers have a geometric print in mint green and peach colors. Style numbers CRGT-003 or CRGT-004 are printed on the UPC sticker on the back side of the package. “Charlotte Russe” and “USB Cord & Wall Charger for iPhone 5/5S” are printed on the packaging. There has been one report of the charger catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
The chargers were sold exclusively at Charlotte Russe stores nationwide during October 2014 for about $13. Consumers should immediately stop using recalled chargers and contact MiWorld for a full refund. Contact MiWorld Accessories toll-free at 877-936-6677 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email support@miworldaccessories.com or online at www.miworldaccessories.com and click on “Product Recall Click Here for More Info” button for more information. Photos Available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/MiWorld-Accessories-Recalls-Plug-in-Wall-Chargers-for-iPhones/