Recalls / 2001-10-04
CPSC, Compaq Announce Recall of Notebook Computer AC Adapters
02002 · Recalled 2001-10-04 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves AC adapters with the model series number "PPP003SD," " PPP003" and "PP2012," which is located directly under "Compaq Computer Corporation" on the AC adapter label. The AC adapters were sold individually and with the following notebook computers: Armada M300 Armada 3500 Armada M700 Armada E500s Armada E500 Prosignia 170 Armada V300 Prosignia 190 Armada 100s Armada 110 Notebook 100
Hazards
These AC adapters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Reported injuries
Compaq has received five reports of fire, that were contained to the cases of the AC adapters. No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled AC adapter immediately and contact Compaq to order a free replacement AC adapter.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AC adapters used with certain Compaq notebook computers | More than 1.4 million |
Parties
- Distributor
- Compaq Computer Corp., of Houston, Texas
- Sold at
- Compaq distributors sold computers with these AC adapters, the individual AC adapters, $4399, the individual adapters sold for, $98.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Compaq at (888) 302-7689, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's web site at www.compaq.com
Source: CPSC recall 02002. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.