GPU Angled Adapters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by CableMod
USGPU Angled Adapters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by CableMod
Recalling Firm: CableMod Ltd., of China
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedThe adapters' male connector can become loose, overheat, and melt into the GPU, posing fire and burn hazards.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves CableMod's 12VHPWR Angled Adapters, models V1.0 and V1.1, that plug into a graphics processing unit's power port at either a 90-degree or a 180-degree angle. Model V1.1 has a stabilizing pin on the side of the male connector. The adapters were sold in black, blue, gold, green, orange, pink, purple, red, silver, and white, and "CableMod" appears on the side of the adapter. The adapters came in two variations to accommodate power port orientation: Variation A and Variation B. The 90-degree angle adapter is "L" shaped: The V1.0 model measures about 36 mm long, 21mm wide and 21 mm deep; and the V1.1 model measures about 36 mm long, 21 mm wide and 22 mm deep. The 180-degree angle adapter is "U" shaped: The V1.0 model measures 41.5 mm long, 21 mm wide and 17.5 mm deep; and the V1.1 measures about 41 mm long, 21 mm wide and 20 mm deep.
Produits concernés
TranslatedCableMod Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) V1.0 and V.1.1 Angled Adapters
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/GPU-Angled-Adapters-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Manufactured-by-CableMod |
| Title | GPU Angled Adapters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by CableMod |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/90-V1-0-A.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled 90-degree V1.0 Angled Adapter - Variant A |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/90-V1-0-B.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled 90-degree V1.0 Angled Adapter - Variant B |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/180-V1-0-A.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled 180-degree V1.0 Angled Adapter - Variant A |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/180-V1-0-B.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled 180-degree V1.0 Angled Adapter - Variant B |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/90-V1-1-A.jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled 90-degree V1.1 Angled Adapter - Variant A |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/90-V1-1-B.jpg |
| Images › 6 › Caption | Recalled 90-degree V1.1 Angled Adapter - Variant B |
| Images › 7 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/180-V1-1-A.jpg |
| Images › 7 › Caption | Recalled 180-degree V1.1 Angled Adapter - Variant A |
| Images › 8 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/180-V1-1-B.jpg |
| Images › 8 › Caption | Recalled 180-degree V1.1 Angled Adapter - Variant B |
| Hazards › Name | The adapters' male connector can become loose, overheat, and melt into the GPU, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 272 reports of the adapters becoming loose, overheating and melting into the GPU, with at least $74,500 in property damage claims in the United States. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | CableMod Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) V1.0 and V.1.1 Angled Adapters |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 25,300 |
| Recall I D | 9848 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angled adapters and contact CableMod for instructions on how to safely remove their adapter from the GPU and for a full refund, including cost of shipping, or a $60 store credit for non-customized products, with free standard shipping. Consumers will be asked to destroy the adapter and upload a photo of the destroyed product to https://cablemod.com/adapterrecall/. The instructions on how to safely remove the adapter are also located on that site. Once destroyed, consumers should discard the adapter in accordance with local laws. |
| Retailers › Name | Small independent stores nationwide and online at vprbrands.com from September 2022 through November 2023 for about $18. |
| Recall Date | 2024-02-08T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves CableMod's 12VHPWR Angled Adapters, models V1.0 and V1.1, that plug into a graphics processing unit's power port at either a 90-degree or a 180-degree angle. Model V1.1 has a stabilizing pin on the side of the male connector. The adapters were sold in black, blue, gold, green, orange, pink, purple, red, silver, and white, and "CableMod" appears on the side of the adapter. The adapters came in two variations to accommodate power port orientation: Variation A and Variation B. The 90-degree angle adapter is "L" shaped: The V1.0 model measures about 36 mm long, 21mm wide and 21 mm deep; and the V1.1 model measures about 36 mm long, 21 mm wide and 22 mm deep. The 180-degree angle adapter is "U" shaped: The V1.0 model measures 41.5 mm long, 21 mm wide and 17.5 mm deep; and the V1.1 measures about 41 mm long, 21 mm wide and 20 mm deep. |
| Recall Number | 24112 |
| Manufacturers › Name | CableMod Ltd., of China |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | CableMod toll-free at 888-203-3605 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at support@cablemod.com, or online at https://cablemod.com/adapterrecall/ or https://cablemod.com and click on the "Voluntary Safety Recall" banner at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-02-08T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought GPU Angled Adapters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by CableMod?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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