Power Adapters Used with Notebook Computers Recalled by
Power Adapters Used with Notebook Computers Recalled by Battery-Biz Due To Burn Hazard
Why was Power Adapters Used with Notebook Computers Recalled by recalled?
The adapters can fail and overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapter and contact Battery-Biz to return it and obtain a free replacement. Battery-Biz has sent a direct notice to consumers with recalled power adapters. Contact: For additional information, contact Battery-Biz at (800) 780-6552 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.battery-biz.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Duracell 130W Combo Power Adapters used with notebook computers
- Company
- Battery-Biz Inc., of Camarillo, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 1,300
- Sold at
- www.dell.com and www.duracelldirect.com from February 2008 through March 2008 for between $80 and $120.
- Recall date
- October 28, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- Battery-Biz has received five reports of power adapters overheating. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the Duracell 130W Combo AC/DC adapters with model numbers EA10900, AC-6501, and DRUM130 and date codes 0804 and 0805. The black power adapter is used with notebook computers. "DURACELL UNIVERSAL POWER ADAPTER" is printed on the front of the power adapter. The model and date codes can be found on the rating label on the back of the power adapter.