AC Adapters Sold With Network Hard Drives Recalled by I-O Data Device USA Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 07287 · announced August 23, 2007 · I-o Data Device · 740 units affected
The product
This recall involves all AC adapters with model number IO-ACADP1510UL. The model number can be found on the AC adapter. The AC adapters were sold with I-O Data® network hard disk drives model number UHDL-160U or UHDL-300U. The model number for the network hard disk drive is located on a label at the base of the console.
The hazard
The AC adapters can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled adapters immediately and contact Kaga Electronics USA for a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): I-O Data Device USA has received three reports of the adapters overheating and deforming or melting. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: I-O Data Device USA's Web site, telesales, distributors, and select retailers nationwide from December 2004 through February 2007. The network hard disk drives with adapters were sold for between $300 and $400.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kaga Electronics USA toll-free at (877) 878-2926 anytime, visit the company's Web site at www.iodata.com/usa or send an e-mail to supportps@iodata.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.