CPSC2024-02-08
GPU Angled Adapters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by CableMod
CableMod Ltd., of China
Hazard
The adapters' male connector can become loose, overheat, and melt into the GPU, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angled adapters and contact CableMod for instructions on how to safely remove their adapter from the GPU and for a full refund, including cost of shipping, or a $60 store credit for non-customized products, with free standard shipping. Consumers will be asked to destroy the adapter and upload a photo of the destroyed product to https://cablemod.com/adapterrecall/. The instructions on how to safely remove the adapter are also located on that site. Once destroyed, consumers should discard the adapter in accordance with local laws.
Sold at
Small independent stores nationwide and online at vprbrands.com from September 2022 through November 2023 for about $18.
Affected count
About 25,300
Injuries reported
The firm has received 272 reports of the adapters becoming loose, overheating and melting into the GPU, with at least $74,500 in property damage claims in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
CableMod Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) V1.0 and V.1.1 Angled Adapters
Consumer contact
CableMod toll-free at 888-203-3605 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at support@cablemod.com, or online at https://cablemod.com/adapterrecall/ or https://cablemod.com and click on the "Voluntary Safety Recall" banner at the top of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/GPU-Angled-Adapters-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Manufactured-by-CableModDon't want to check this manually?
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