CPSCGeneral Alert
Epson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazar...
Published: May 1, 2020Recall ID: 20116Category: generalCountry: US
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) |