CPSC, Dell Inc. Announce Recall of Power Adapters for Notebook Computers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-07-01). Hazards: electric shock. About 28,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04560 |
| Published | 2004-07-01 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-14 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Dell power adapters for notebook computers |
| Firm named in the title | Dell Inc. |
| Firms | Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 28,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Dell's Web site, through their mail order catalogs, and by phone order, from December 2003 through May 2004, between $90 and $110. |
Description
Sold as an option for Dell notebook computers including their Latitude D400, D500, D505, D600, D800, X300, and Inspiron 300M, 500M, 510M, 600M, I8500 and I8600. "Dell," "Dell P/N W1451" is printed on top of the adapters.
Hazard
Using power cords not intended for these adapters can pose a shock hazard.
Remedy
Free retrofit kits are provided by the manufacturer. These retrofit kits will prevent incorrect cables from being connected to the adapters. In the meantime, consumers should only use the power cables intended for these adapters.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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