Longwell Power Cord Sets Sold with HP Printers Recalled for Shock Hazard
Longwell Electronics is recalling power cord sets sold with HP inkjet printers because the connector can break, exposing electrical contacts and posing a shock hazard.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Longwell Electronics, of Brea, Calif., is recalling about 2.5 million power cord sets sold with HP inkjet printers. The gray, two-wire power cord sets feature a LS-7C connector and the name "Longwell" molded on the plug between the blades. These cords were sold with HP Deskjet 800 series and 900 series, HP Photosmart 1000 series, 1100 series, 1200 series, and 1300 series inkjet printers.
The recall is being conducted because the connector can break, exposing electrical contacts and posing a shock hazard to consumers. No injuries or incidents have been reported; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
The printers with the Longwell cord sets were sold nationwide between April 2001 and February 2002 for between $100 and $400. Retailers included Department, computer, office, and electronic stores such as Best Buy, CompUSA, Costco, Office Depot, Office Max, Staples, and Wal-Mart. Consumers should stop using these printers immediately and contact HP at (877) 917-4378 or visit www.hp.com for a free replacement cord.
The recalled product
- Product
- Power Cord Sets sold with HP Inkjet Printers
- Manufacturer
- Longwell Electronics, of Brea, Calif.
- Hazard
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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