Health Canada has issued a recall for over 600,000 electrical outlets that have been sold throughout Canada over the past decade due to a potential fire hazard. The recall specifically affects three models of Electrical Devices Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) safety outlets. These products were available at Home Hardware locations nationwide, raising safety concerns among consumers.
The federal agency has identified that the terminal screws on these outlets might not tighten properly, which could lead to an increase in temperature and subsequently pose a fire risk. Since July 9, 2025, there have been 812 reports regarding screws that were either faulty, stripped, or could not be tightened. Notably, these reports include one instance of fire that resulted in property damage; fortunately, there have been no reported injuries associated with this issue.
The affected products can be identified by certain markings. According to Health Canada, the outlets will have the letters "TR" stamped on the front and "LGL" embossed on the back. Consumers should be aware of the following details related to the specific models:
- Item Numbers: 3666-036, 3666-035, 3666-037
- UPC Numbers: 822733135640, 822733135626, 822733135664
Unison Ridge, which is the distributor of these products made in China, has confirmed that approximately 664,000 units of the affected GFCI safety outlets were sold in Canada from 2015 until May 2025. This substantial number emphasizes the wide-reaching impact of the recall.
In light of the situation, Health Canada is urging consumers to halt the use of the recalled electrical products immediately. They recommend that consumers contact Unison Ridge for detailed instructions on how to uninstall the GFCI safety outlets. Additionally, consumers can return the affected outlets to any Home Hardware store to receive a refund.
These proactive measures have been implemented to ensure consumer safety and to mitigate the risk of fire hazards posed by the faulty electrical outlets. Consumers are advised to check their homes for the recalled products and take appropriate action as recommended by Health Canada.
