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CPSC recall · Reported January 14, 2005

CPSC, Philips PC Peripherals Announce Recall of Hewlett-Packard Company L2035 Flat Panel Monitors

A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers.

Recall #
05531
Affected scope
About 15,000
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Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo. recalled The recall involves only the HP L2035 Flat Panel Monitor with serial numbers ranging from… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Philips PC Peripherals Announce Recall of Hewlett-Packard Company L2035 Flat Panel … was recalled by Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo. in January 14, 2005. Reason: A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of …. Remedy: Consumers should unplug the monitor and either use a different computer to go to the reca…. Verify recall #05531 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of ….

Moderate
severity level
January 14, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05531 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05531) was formally reported on January 14, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 15,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should unplug the monitor and either use a different computer to go to the recall Web site or contact the HP L2035 Recall Helpdesk for instructions on how to determine if their monitor is a… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 15,000

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves only the HP L2035 Flat Panel Monitor with serial numbers ranging from CNP352Y001 to CNP423Y1HS. The model number is displayed at the bottom, center of the monitor's bezel, just above the control buttons. The recalled monitors were produced from December 2003 through June 2, 2004.

Reason for recall

A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should unplug the monitor and either use a different computer to go to the recall Web site or contact the HP L2035 Recall Helpdesk for instructions on how to determine if their monitor is affected by this recall program. If affected, consumers will receive instructions for getting their monitor tested and repaired or replaced at no cost.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05531
Date reported January 14, 2005
Date initiated January 14, 2005
Recalling firm Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo.
Affected scope About 15,000
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 unplug the monitor and either use a different computer to go to the recall Web site or contact the HP L2035 Reca…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves only the HP L2035 Flat Panel Monitor with serial numbers ranging from CNP352Y001 to CNP423Y1HS. The model number is displayed at the bottom, center of the monitor's bezel, just above the control buttons. The recalled monitors were produced from December 2003 through June 2, 2004.. Recalled by Philips PC Peripherals, of Colorado Springs, Colo.. Units affected: About 15,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A ground clip inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should unplug the monitor and either use a different computer to go to the recall Web site or contact the HP L2035 Recall Helpdesk for instructions on how to determine if their monitor is affected by this recall program. If affected, consumers will receive instructions for getting their monitor tested and repaired or replaced at no cost.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 14, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05531.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05531) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported January 14, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.