Comarco · Recalled
Comarco Recalls Power Adapters for Laptops Due to Burn Hazard
Faulty wiring can cause the connector tips to heat and melt the plastic encasing the connector tips, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 507,000
- Reports
- 518
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $89–$149
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the Targus Universal Wall Power Adapters for Laptops. Only models with the following SKU numbers are affected by this recall: APA23US-02, APA23US-03, APA23US-04, APA63US-03, APA63US-04, APM62US-03 and APM62US-04. The SKU number can be found on the underside of the adapter unit.
The file
- Sold at
- WalMart, Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Amazon.com and other retailers nationwide from June 2009 through March 2010 for between $89 and 109 for adapters for wall outlets only and for between $129 and $149 for adapters for both wall outlets and car/airplane use.
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Comarco Inc. of, Lake Forest, Calif.
Incident log
The firm has received 518 incidents of the connector tips heating, 53 of which resulted in the melting of the plastic casings. Eight consumers have reported a finger tip or hand burn. No reports of medical attention were received.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapter and contact Comarco to receive instructions on returning the unit for a free refurbished replacement.
For additional information, contact Comarco collect at 949-599-7400 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.regcen.com/comarcorecall
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 APR 30 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.
