CPSC2014-06-18
Nokia Recalls Tablet Travel Chargers Due to Electrocution Hazard
Nokia Inc., of Sunnyvale, Calif.
Hazard
The plastic cover on the charger's exchangeable plugs can come loose and separate, exposing internal components that pose an electrocution hazard if touched while the plug remains in a live socket.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Nokia for instructions on receiving a full refund from Verizon Wireless or a credit from AT&T for the travel chargers and both will provide a free replacement U.S.-only charger for their Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet.
Sold at
AT&T and Verizon Wireless authorized dealers and retailers nationwide and online at att.com and Verizon.com from January 2014 to May 2014 for about $50.
Affected count
About 500
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Travel Charger Kits for Nokia Lumia 2520 Tablets
Consumer contact
Nokia toll-free at (888)665- 4228 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.nokia.com and click "Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Nokia-Recalls-Tablet-Travel-ChargersDon't want to check this manually?
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