Samsonite recalls dual-wattage travel converters that can overheat if used beyond 50 watts in 50-watt setting, risking fire and burns. Consumers must stop using and return for refund.
The converter can overheat if a load in excess of 50 watts is applied to the converter while in the 50-watt setting. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Samsonite is recalling dual-wattage travel converters that can overheat if used with loads over 50 watts in the 50-watt setting. This poses a fire and burn risk to users.
The converter overheats when a load over 50 watts is applied while set to 50 watts. This can cause fire or burns, especially when used with high-wattage appliances like hair dryers.
Travelers using Samsonite Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits with the 50-watt setting for appliances like hair dryers. Those using the converter with loads exceeding 50 watts are most at risk.
Look for Samsonite Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits with the words 'Dual-Wattage Converter' and 'Do Not Use 50W on Hair Dryer' on the front. The kit includes a red switch to adjust wattage from 50 to 1600 watts.
Immediately stop using the recalled travel converters as they can overheat and cause fire or burns.
Contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel converters and contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund.
The converter can overheat if a load over 50 watts is applied while set to 50 watts, posing a fire and burn hazard.
High-wattage appliances like hair dryers, which exceed 50 watts when used with the converter in 50-watt setting.
Check for the label 'Dual-Wattage Converter' and 'Do Not Use 50W on Hair Dryer' on the front of the converter.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Samsonite to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1315 — Samsonite Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits Hello, I own a Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits that is covered by recall 1315 from Samsonite. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel converters and contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
