CPSC recall · Reported June 8, 2004
CPSC, Targus Announce Recall of International Plug Adapters
The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan recalled The recall involves 110/220 volt All-in-One Universal Travel Adapters. The black adapter ….
CPSC, Targus Announce Recall of International Plug Adapters was recalled by Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan in June 8, 2004. Reason: The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full…. Verify recall #04152 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan issued this CPSC recall-The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- 34K units
- affected scope
- June 8, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04152 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recall involves 110/220 volt All-in-One Universal Travel Adapters. The black adapter unit provides four different types of power connection, based on the different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters have the brand name "Targus" printed on the front. On the side of the adapter is a switch to allow the user to select one of the three country settings: "USA/Aust/N.Z." or "Europe" or "U.K."
Reason for recall
The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04152 |
| Date reported | June 8, 2004 |
| Date initiated | June 8, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan |
| Affected scope | 34,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
- Check the recall number (04152) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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