Targus · Recalled
CPSC, Targus Announce Recall of International Plug Adapters
The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- 34,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $20
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recall involves 110/220 volt All-in-One Universal Travel Adapters. The black adapter unit provides four different types of power connection, based on the different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters have the brand name "Targus" printed on the front. On the side of the adapter is a switch to allow the user to select one of the three country settings: "USA/Aust/N.Z." or "Europe" or "U.K."
The file
- Sold at
- Retail stores nationwide and the Targus online store sold the adapters, between November 2002 and May 2004, for about $20.
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan, Targus Group International Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.
Incident log
Targus has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
Consumers should call Targus at (877) 482-7487 (877-4-TARGUS), between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.targus.com/recall
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUN 08 2004; last revised FEB 18 2025.
