Dell Inc. Recall of Power Adapters for Notebook Computers
Power adapters for notebook computers
Date of Recall
2004-07-01CPSC Release Number
04-560Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 28,000 unitsImporter
Dell Inc., of Round Rock, TexasSold By
Dell's Web site, through their mail order catalogs, and by phone order from December 2003 through May 2004 between $90 and $110.Problem/Hazard
Using power cords not intended for these adapters can pose a shock hazard.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
Sold as an option for Dell notebook computers including their Latitude D400, D500, D505, D600, D800, X300, and Inspiron 300M, 500M, 510M, 600M, I8500 and I8600. "Dell," "Dell P/N W1451" is printed on top of the adapters.Remedy
Free retrofit kits are provided by the manufacturer. These retrofit kits will prevent incorrect cables from being connected to the adapters. In the meantime, consumers should only use the power cables intended for these adapters.Consumer Contact
Call Dell toll-free at (888) 245-3844 between 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to order free retrofit kits. Consumers also can write to the company at Dell Inc., RR2E, MSC #8222, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. Additional information can also be found on Dell's web site at www.support.dell.comAssociated Images
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