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

Date: March 1, 2016
Company: United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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. Options: Replace

Affected Products

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.

Why Was This Recalled?

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

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo.

United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report