Southern Telecom Recalls A/C Adaptors for Polaroid Internet Tablets Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Big Lots
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-10-30). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: SX-30017-D. About 21,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14008 |
| Published | 2013-10-30 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-07 |
| Product category | Battery Chargers |
| Products | A/C Adaptor (charger) included with Polaroid PMID 709 Internet Tablets |
| Firm named in the title | Southern Telecom |
| Firms | Southern Telecom, Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 21,000 |
| Model numbers | SX-30017-D |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Big Lots in July 2013 for $90 for the tablet and adaptor. |
Description
The recalled adaptor, also commonly referred to as a charger, was included with the Polaroid PMID709 seven inch Internet tablet (also known as the PMID709KB). The adaptor has two prongs for plugging into an outlet on one end and a wire leading to a single plug for the tablet. A label on the bottom of the casing near the plug prongs has "Polaroid Power Adaptor" printed on it with the model number SX-30017-D.
Hazard
The adaptors can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the adaptor and contact Southern Telecom for a replacement adaptor at no cost. Customers will receive an envelope for returning the recalled product with their replacement adaptor.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received approximately ten reports of the adaptor overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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