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CPSC recall · Reported October 30, 2008

DYMO Recalls Power Adapters Sold with DYMO Printers Due to Burn Hazard

The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
09033
Affected scope
17000
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Dymo, of Stamford, Conn. recalled This recall involves the external power adapters sold with the following DYMO LabelWriter… - a moderate-severity action.

DYMO Recalls Power Adapters Sold with DYMO Printers Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Dymo, of Stamford, Conn. in October 30, 2008. Reason: The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and f…. Verify recall #09033 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dymo, of Stamford, Conn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
17K units
affected scope
October 30, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09033 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09033) was formally reported on October 30, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dymo, of Stamford, Conn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 17000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard 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 immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm to receive a free replacement external power adapter kit. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

17000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the external power adapters sold with the following DYMO LabelWriter® 400 series printers: DYMO LabelWriter 400, DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Duo and DYMO Desktop Mailing Solution with housing date codes 2407, 2507, 2607 or 2707. The date code is printed on the plastic housing of the adapter. Power adapters with "RoHS" printed on the top right of the product label are not included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm to receive a free replacement external power adapter kit.

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 09033
Date reported October 30, 2008
Date initiated October 30, 2008
Recalling firm Dymo, of Stamford, Conn.
Affected scope 17000
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

17000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

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What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm t…

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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?
This recall involves the external power adapters sold with the following DYMO LabelWriter® 400 series printers: DYMO LabelWriter 400, DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Duo and DYMO Desktop Mailing Solution with housing date codes 2407, 2507, 2607 or 2707. The date code is printed on the plastic housing of the adapter. Power adapters with "RoHS" printed on the top right of the product label are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Dymo, of Stamford, Conn.. Units affected: 17000.
Why was this product recalled?
The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm to receive a free replacement external power adapter kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 30, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09033.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09033) 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 October 30, 2008. 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.