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Recalls / 2012-02-02

HP Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

12101 · Recalled 2012-02-02 · CPSC page

Recalled HP fax machine
Recalled HP fax machine

Description

This recall involves HP Fax 1040 and 1050 models. The HP logo and the model number are printed on the front of the fax machine. The fax machines are dark gray and measure about 11 inches high x 14 1/2 inches wide.

Hazards

The fax machines can overheat due to an internal electrical component failure, posing fire and burn hazards.

Reported injuries

Hewlett-Packard is aware of seven reports of fax machines overheating and catching fire, resulting in property damage, including one instance of significant property damage and one instance of a minor burn injury to a consumer's finger. Six incidents were reported in the U.S. and one in Canada.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fax machines, disconnect them from the electrical outlet and contact HP for a rebate on the purchase of an authorized replacement HP fax machine or a partial rebate of certain HP ink jet printers.

Products

NameModelUnits
HP fax 1040 and 1050 machinesAbout 928,000 in the U.S. and 240,000 in Canada and Mexico

Parties

Importer
Hewlett-Packard Co., of Palo Alto, Calif.
Made in
China
Sold at
Electronics, computer, camera, online at www.shopping.hp.com, other websites

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact HP toll-free at (888) 654-9296 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.hp.com/go/faxrecall/US-en

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Recalled HP fax machine
Recalled HP fax machine

Source: CPSC recall 12101. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.