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Product recall · CPSCJuly 2, 2008Serious
RadioShack Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should unplug the recalled power supply immediately and take it to any RadioShack store for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled power supplies will be mailed a notice.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.radioshack.com/recall
The product
The recall involves RadioShack 13.8V DC Power Supplies, catalog numbers 22-507 and 22-508 with date codes from 08A04 through 01A08. Date code format is MMAYY where MM is the month and YY is the year. The catalog number and date code are located on the back of the power supply. Power Supplies with a green dot on the product and the product's packaging have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 160,000
- Recall date
- July 2, 2008
- Brand
- RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
22-507
RadioShack stores nationwide from October 2004 through January 2008 for between $50 and $85.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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