Recall: United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart

Description: This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits.

Name of product: Top Fin™ Power Filters for Aquariums

Units: About 155,000 (in addition, about 3,300 filters were sold in Canada)

Manufacturer: United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo.

Hazard: A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.

Recall date: March 01, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: PetSmart stores nationwide and online from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $15 and $64.

Manufactured in: United States

Consumer contact: United Pet Group at 800-338-4896 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.unitedpetgroup.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall number: 16-111