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CPSC, Dell Inc. Announce Recall of Power Adapters for Notebook Computers

Published: July 1, 2004Recall ID: 04560Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Using power cords not intended for these adapters can pose a shock hazard.

Product Description & Identification

Sold as an option for Dell notebook computers including their Latitude D400, D500, D505, D600, D800, X300, and Inspiron 300M, 500M, 510M, 600M, I8500 and I8600. "Dell," "Dell P/N W1451" is printed on top of the adapters.

Affected Products

Dell power adapters for notebook computers

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Dell-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Power-Adapters-for-Notebook-Computers
TitleCPSC, Dell Inc. Announce Recall of Power Adapters for Notebook Computers
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/dell-adapter.jpg
Images › CaptionRecalled power adapters for notebook computers
Hazards › NameUsing power cords not intended for these adapters can pose a shock hazard.
Injuries › NameNone reported.
Products › NameDell power adapters for notebook computers
Products › TypeAdapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Products › Category I D1808
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 28,000 units
Recall I D2759
Remedies › NameFree retrofit kits are provided by the manufacturer. These retrofit kits will prevent incorrect cables from being connected to the adapters. In the meantime, consumers should only use the power cables intended for these adapters.
Retailers › NameDell's Web site, through their mail order catalogs, and by phone order, from December 2003 through May 2004, between $90 and $110.
Recall Date2004-07-01T00:00:00
DescriptionSold as an option for Dell notebook computers including their Latitude D400, D500, D505, D600, D800, X300, and Inspiron 300M, 500M, 510M, 600M, I8500 and I8600. "Dell," "Dell P/N W1451" is printed on top of the adapters.
Recall Number04560
Manufacturers › NameDell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas
Consumer ContactCall Dell toll-free at (877) 293-1197 between 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to order free retrofit kits. Consumers also can write to the company at Dell Inc., RR2E, MSC #8222, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. Additional information can also be found on Dell's website at www.support.dell.com
Last Publish Date2025-04-14T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

Overview

  • Recalling FirmDell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas
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