The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08078·Announced 2007-11-08

Yamaha Recalls AC Power Adaptors Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Yamaha is recalling about 49,000 PA-3C AC power adaptors because the housing can separate, posing an electric shock 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 (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Yamaha Corporation of America is recalling approximately 49,000 PA-3C AC power adaptors. These adaptors are used with Yamaha keyboards and digital drum sets and were sold at musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20. The specific units involved have a date code of 0624, which is etched into the plastic at the bottom of the plug panel.

The recall is being issued because the housing of the power adaptor can separate, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers. Yamaha has received five reports of units separating, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately. They should contact Yamaha Corporation of America toll-free at (866) 509-0320, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit www.yamaha.com/warranty_safety.asp to return the adaptor and obtain a free replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Yamaha AC Power Adaptors
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
49,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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