Epson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-05-01). Hazards: fire, burn. About 314,000 units in the US and 25,000 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20116 |
| Published | 2020-05-01 |
| Last updated | 2020-05-01 |
| Products | Power adapters sold with Epson scanners |
| Firm named in the title | Epson |
| Firms | Epson America Inc., of Long Beach, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China (Adapter), Indonesia (Scanner) |
| Units (US) | 314,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 25,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Walmart, and department stores nationwide from January 2010 through December 2015 for between $55 and $80 for the scanner and adapter. |
Description
This recall involves the power adapter sold with Epson V-series (V30/V33/V37/V300/V330/V370) scanners. The recalled adapters are black with a power cord that connects to the scanner and to an electrical outlet. "EPSON" and internal part code "EADP-16CB B" are printed on the label of the adapter.
Hazard
The power adapters can overheat, melt and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapters and contact Epson to receive a free replacement adapter.
Incidents and injuries
Epson is aware of 15 incidents worldwide of the adapter melting or catching fire, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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