CPSC2010-04-30
Comarco Recalls Power Adapters for Laptops Due to Burn Hazard
Comarco Inc. of, Lake Forest, Calif.
Hazard
Faulty wiring can cause the connector tips to heat and melt the plastic encasing the connector tips, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapter and contact Comarco to receive instructions on returning the unit for a free refurbished replacement.
Sold at
WalMart, Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Amazon.com and other retailers nationwide from June 2009 through March 2010 for between $89 and 109 for adapters for wall outlets only and for between $129 and $149 for adapters for both wall outlets and car/airplane use.
Affected count
About 507,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 518 incidents of the connector tips heating, 53 of which resulted in the melting of the plastic casings. Eight consumers have reported a finger tip or hand burn. No reports of medical attention were received.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Targus Universal Wall Power Adapters for Laptops
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Comarco collect at 949-599-7400 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.regcen.com/comarcorecall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Comarco-Recalls-Power-Adapters-for-Laptops-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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