CPSCRecalled Jul 6, 2001 · #01188
CPSC, Apple Announces Recall of AC Adapter for Prior Generation PowerBook Laptops
Hazard
These AC adapters could overheat, posing a fire hazard.
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No Titanium PowerBook G4 or iBook power adapters are part of this recall. The recall includes only AC adapters with a two-pin connector that came with Apple Macintosh PowerBooks or that were sold separately. The small rectangular black AC adapter box has a permanently attached cord on one end that connects to the computer and a detachable two-prong cord on the other end to plug into an AC outlet. It is approximately 4.75 inches long by 2 inches wide. The label located on the side of the adapter reads in part, "Macintosh PowerBook 45W AC Adapter" and "Model Number: M4402."
Product details
- Product
- Macintosh PowerBook 45W AC Adapters
- Type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Manufacturer
- Apple, of Cupertino, Calif.
- Model numbers
- M4402
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Electronic and computer stores worldwide and Apple's website sold these AC adapters with PowerBook G3s, from May 1998 through March 2000. They also were sold separately for about $69.
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these AC adapters and contact Apple to receive a free replacement.