IBM Recall of AC Adapters for Notebook Computers
AC Power Adapters |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, September 2nd, 2004
CPSC Release Number:
04-208
Manufactured In:
China
Units:
About 225,000
Manufacturer:
Delta Electronics Inc., of Taipei, Taiwan
Importer:
International Business Machines (IBM) Corp., of Armonk, N.Y.
Sold By:
Electronics and computer stores nationwide, the IBM Web site, phone orders, mail-order catalogs, and resellers sold the adapters with the ThinkPad computers from January 1999 through August 2000. The adapters also were sold as an accessory during that time for about $55.
Problem/Hazard:
The adapters can overheat, cause damage to the circuit board and melt through the housing, which poses a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Injuries/Incidents:
IBM has received six reports of incidents, including some with minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description:
The recalled 56W AC power adapters were shipped primarily with IBM ThinkPad i Series, 390 and 240 Series, and s Series notebook computers. The adapters have three hollow pins at the AC inlet and part number 02K6549 on a label on the top of the unit. The IBM logo appears on top of the unit. Adapters with solid pins are not included in this recall.
Remedy:
Consumers should unplug the recalled adapters from the wall outlet immediately and contact IBM for a free replacement unit.
Consumer Contact:
Call IBM at (800) 410-5629 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to IBM's replacement unit Web site at
www.AdapterProgram.com
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