CPSC2003-03-20
CPSC, Comarco Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Detachable Plugs On Power Adapters
Comarco Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard
The plug can break open and expose live wires, posing an electrocution or electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the AC plugs immediately and contact Comarco to obtain a free replacement plug.
Sold at
Major retail stores nationwide sold the adapters, between July 2002 and March 2003, for between $90 and $120.
Affected count
About 125,000
Injuries reported
Comarco has received 12 reports of the plugs breaking open, though no injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Detachable plugs on Targus power adapters
Consumer contact
Consumers should contact Comarco collect at (949) 599-7400 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.regcen.com/comarco
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Comarco-Inc-Announce-Recall-to-Replace-Detachable-Plugs-On-Power-Adapters-Don't want to check this manually?
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