Recalls / 2002-05-16

CPSC, Philips Electronics Announce Recall of Speaker Power Adapters Sold with HP Computers

02161 · Recalled 2002-05-16 · CPSC page

Recalled speaker power adapter included in HP P1534A External Amplified Speaker set

Description

The speaker power adapters were included in HP's P1534A External Amplified Speaker sets. There is a label on the bottom of the speakers with the model number "P1534-60001." The package includes a black rectangular power adapter, which is about 3 inches high, 2 inches wide and 2 inches long. The adapter has two permanently attached power cords: one that connects to the light or dark gray speakers and a "T-junction" plug that connects to the computer. The speaker power adapter has "Model D12-1-A-950" and "Made in China" printed on a white label on the power adapter.

Hazards

The speaker power adapter's power cord connector is not grounded, posing a potential shock hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

HP received one report of a Philips speaker power adapter plug that was not grounded, which was discovered by a consumer during an electrical inspection. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug the T-junction plug immediately and stop using the speakers. Consumers should contact Philips Electronics for a free replacement speaker power adapter.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Speaker power adapters		About 93,000

Parties

Importer: Philips Electronics, of New York, N.Y.
Made in: China
Sold at: adapters with HP business desktop computer bundles, as well as packaged individually. The adapters were sold, April 2002 for about $34.

Consumer contact

Consumers should contact Philips Electronics at (800) 317-9341 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can log on to the Philips Electronics' website at www.philips.com/us or Hewlett-Packard's website at www.hp.com

Source: CPSC recall 02161. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.