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RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards

Reported: July 2, 2008 Initiated: July 2, 2008 #08319

Product Description

The recall involves RadioShack 13.8V DC Power Supplies, catalog numbers 22-507 and 22-508 with date codes from 08A04 through 01A08. Date code format is MMAYY where MM is the month and YY is the year. The catalog number and date code are located on the back of the power supply. Power Supplies with a green dot on the product and the product's packaging have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug the recalled power supply immediately and take it to any RadioShack store for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled power supplies will be mailed a notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves RadioShack 13.8V DC Power Supplies, catalog numbers 22-507 and 22-508 with date codes from 08A04 through 01A08. Date code format is MMAYY where MM is the month and YY is the year. The catalog number and date code are located on the back of the power supply. Power Supplies with a green dot on the product and the product's packaging have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.. Units affected: About 160,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should unplug the recalled power supply immediately and take it to any RadioShack store for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled power supplies will be mailed a notice.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 2, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08319.