Comarco Recalls Power Adapters for Laptops Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-04-30). Hazards: burn. About 507,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10214 |
| Published | 2010-04-30 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Targus Universal Wall Power Adapters for Laptops |
| Firm named in the title | Comarco |
| Firms | Comarco Inc. of, Lake Forest, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 507,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | WalMart, Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Amazon.com and other retailers nationwide from June 2009 through March 2010 for between $89 and 109 for adapters for wall outlets only and for between $129 and $149 for adapters for both wall outlets and car/airplane use. |
Description
This recall involves the Targus Universal Wall Power Adapters for Laptops. Only models with the following SKU numbers are affected by this recall: APA23US-02, APA23US-03, APA23US-04, APA63US-03, APA63US-04, APM62US-03 and APM62US-04. The SKU number can be found on the underside of the adapter unit.
Hazard
Faulty wiring can cause the connector tips to heat and melt the plastic encasing the connector tips, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapter and contact Comarco to receive instructions on returning the unit for a free refurbished replacement.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 518 incidents of the connector tips heating, 53 of which resulted in the melting of the plastic casings. Eight consumers have reported a finger tip or hand burn. No reports of medical attention were received.
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