CPSC2019-06-05
Apple Recalls Three-Prong Wall Plug Adapters Included in World Travel Adapter Kit Due to Risk of Electric Shock
Apple Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
Hazard
The three-prong AC wall plug adapters can break and expose the metal portion of the adapter, posing an electric shock risk.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall plug adapters and contact Apple for free replacement adapters.
Sold at
Apple stores and other home electronics stores nationwide, and online at Apple.com from January 2003 through January 2015 for about $30.
Affected count
About 814,000 (in addition, about 81,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Apple has received six reports from other countries of wall plug adapters breaking and consumers receiving shocks, including two reports of consumers who were medically evaluated and released without need for further medical treatment. No reports of incidents or injuries were reported by U.S. consumers.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Apple AC World Travel Adapter Kits
Consumer contact
Apple at 800-275-2273 anytime, or online at www.apple.com, click on Support and then click on Apple Three-Prong AC Wall Plug Adapter Recall Program at the bottom of the page.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Apple-Recalls-Three-Prong-Wall-Plug-Adapters-Included-in-World-Travel-Adapter-Kit-Due-to-Risk-of-Electric-ShockDon't want to check this manually?
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