The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04152·Announced 2004-06-08

Targus Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters Recalled for Electrical Wiring Defect

Targus is recalling 34,000 Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters due to an electrical wiring problem that poses a shock and fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.

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 (shock and fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Targus Group International Inc. is recalling approximately 34,000 Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters. The black adapters, which provide four different types of power connections for international travel, were manufactured by Ahoku Electronics Co. of Taipei, Taiwan. The products were sold at retail stores nationwide and through the Targus online store between November 2002 and May 2004 for about $20 each.

The recall is being conducted because the adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, which poses a shock and fire hazard to consumers. Targus has not received any reports of incidents or injuries; the recall is being performed to prevent the possibility of harm.

Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately. To receive a full refund, consumers should contact Targus at (877) 482-7487 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.targus.com/recall.

The recalled product

Product
Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters
Manufacturer
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
34,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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