CPSC2004-06-08
CPSC, Targus Announce Recall of International Plug Adapters
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan
Hazard
The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
Sold at
Retail stores nationwide and the Targus online store sold the adapters, between November 2002 and May 2004, for about $20.
Affected count
34,000
Injuries reported
Targus has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters
Consumer contact
Consumers should call Targus at (877) 482-7487 (877-4-TARGUS), between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.targus.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Targus-Announce-Recall-of-International-Plug-Adapters-Don't want to check this manually?
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