CPSC2005-05-31
CPSC, Cables To Go Announce Recall of Power Adapters Sold with Go!Data Drive Enclosures
Cables To Go, of Dayton, Ohio
Hazard
A component inside the adapters can overheat, posing a risk of fire or electrical shock.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and stop using the product immediately. Contact Cables To Go for information on receiving a free replacement unit.
Sold at
The Cables to Go Web site, other Web retailers and computer and electronics stores nationwide, from May 24, 2004 through February 21, 2005, for about $55.
Affected count
About 3,100
Injuries reported
Cables To Go has received five reports of adapters overheating, including one report of the carpet beneath the adapter being damaged. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
AC power adapters sold with Go!Data 3.5-inch Hard Drive Enclosures
Consumer contact
For more information, call Cables To Go toll-free at (888) 297-7855 between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.cablestogo.com/recall
Official notice
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