CPSC2008-07-02
RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Hazard
The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug the recalled power supply immediately and take it to any RadioShack store for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled power supplies will be mailed a notice.
Sold at
RadioShack stores nationwide from October 2004 through January 2008 for between $50 and $85.
Affected count
About 160,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
13.8V DC Power Supplies
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.radioshack.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/RadioShack-Recalls-Power-Supplies-Due-to-Electrocution-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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