Epson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
USEpson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The power adapters can overheat, melt and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves the power adapter sold with Epson V-series (V30/V33/V37/V300/V330/V370) scanners. The recalled adapters are black with a power cord that connects to the scanner and to an electrical outlet. "EPSON" and internal part code "EADP-16CB B" are printed on the label of the adapter.
Affected Products
Power adapters sold with Epson scanners
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Epson-Recalls-Power-Adapters-Sold-with-Epson-Scanners-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards |
| Title | Epson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Screen Shot 2020-05-01 at 9.37.12 AM.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | The recalled adapter bears the internal part code "EADP-16CB B" |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Screen Shot 2020-05-01 at 9.37.20 AM.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | The recalled adapter bears the internal part code "EADP-16CB B" |
| Hazards › Name | The power adapters can overheat, melt and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards. |
| Injuries › Name | Epson is aware of 15 incidents worldwide of the adapter melting or catching fire, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Power adapters sold with Epson scanners |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 314,000 (In addition, 25,000 in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 8809 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapters and contact Epson to receive a free replacement adapter. |
| Importers › Name | Epson America Inc., of Long Beach, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Walmart, and department stores nationwide from January 2010 through December 2015 for between $55 and $80 for the scanner and adapter. |
| Recall Date | 2020-05-01T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the power adapter sold with Epson V-series (V30/V33/V37/V300/V330/V370) scanners. The recalled adapters are black with a power cord that connects to the scanner and to an electrical outlet. "EPSON" and internal part code "EADP-16CB B" are printed on the label of the adapter. |
| Recall Number | 20116 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2020/72345r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Epson USA toll-free at 888-367-2656 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.epson.com and click “Support” for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2020-05-01T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | China (Adapter) |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | Indonesia (Scanner) |
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