Thousands of dangerous power strips sold on Amazon recalled over sparking, fire risk
Approximately 5,543 sold nationwide on Amazon are being recalled for posing serious smoke inhalation, burn and fire risks.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission , Middle Way Electronics issued a recall of its CCCEI-branded power strips because they lack supplementary overcurrent protection.
The recall, announced March 26, 2026, involves power strips equipped with 6-foot, 10-foot and 15-foot power cords.
The devices feature a black metal enclosure with six black plastic receptacles and individual on/off switches for each outlet.
According to the CPSC notice , the back of the power strip has a white label that says "Relocatable Power Taps," and instructs users to keep the items away from children, only use indoors and not to plug the taps into extension cords or other taps.
Middle Way Electronics has received two reports of the power strips sparking and melting, though no fires or injuries have been reported to date.
The products were sold online at Amazon.com from April 2024 to January 2026 for between $23 and $30, according to official recall details .
Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the CCCEI power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics via email at CCCEIpowerstrips@outlook.com to receive a full refund.
The recall is designated as number 26-346 and follows a product safety warning previously issued on March 5, 2026. The manufacturer, Middle Way Electronics, is based in China.
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