Metal Clad Cables (United Copper) – Fire and Shock Hazard (2016)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Metal Clad (MC) aluminum armored cables
Brand
United Copper Inc., of Denton, Texas
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
United Copper Inc., of Denton, Texas is recalling Metal Clad (MC) aluminum armored cables. The hazard is: A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves 250-foot and 1,000-foot 12/2 metal clad aluminum armored cabling with date codes between August 2015 and November 2015. The cable is typically installed behind walls, connecting the circuit breaker panel to a 120-volt wall outlet or lighting switch. The date code is printed, in a MMMYY format (ex. Aug15), on the back side of the hang tag attached to the cabling at the time of purchase.
Reported concern (CPSC)
A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately contact United Copper to schedule a free inspection to determine whether their cable is included in the recall. Consumers cannot safely identify or replace the recalled cable that is likely installed within the walls of the building. United Copper is directly contacting distributors who purchased the recalled cable.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026