CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2008-07-02

RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards

08319 · Recalled 2008-07-02 · CPSC page

Recalled 3-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-507
Recalled 3-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-507

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.

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

None reported.

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.

Products

NameModelUnits
13.8V DC Power SuppliesAbout 160,000

Parties

Importer
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Made in
China
Sold at
RadioShack from October 2004 through January 2008 for between $50, $85.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.radioshack.com/recall

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Recalled 15-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-508
Recalled 15-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-508

Source: CPSC recall 08319. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.