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CPSCRecalled Feb 18, 2016 · #16106

Apple Recalls Travel Adapter Kits and Plugs Due to Risk of Electric Shock

Hazard

The two-prong wall plug adapters for Australia/New Zealand/Argentina, Brazil, Continental Europe and Korea can break and expose the metal portion of the adapter, posing an electric shock risk.

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Description

This recall involves Apple World Travel Adapter Kits and wall plug adapters. The kits contain three-prong and two-prong AC wall plug adapters that fit different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters were made for use in Australia/New Zealand/Argentina, Brazil, Continental Europe and Korea and were also sold with Mac computers and iOS devices. The wall plug adapters are white plastic with the following characteristics: Australia/New Zealand/Argentina - flat angled blades Brazil - round thin pins Continental Europe - round thin pins, slightly slanted inward Korea - round thick pins Recalled wall plug adapters have either four or five letters or numbers, or no markings on the inside slot where the wall plug adapter attaches to the main power adapter. Redesigned adapters have a three-letter regional code in the slot (EUR, ARG, KOR, AUS or BRA).

Product details

Product
AC adapter kits and plug adapters
Type
Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Apple stores and other home electronics stores, and online at Apple.com from January 2003 through January 2015 for about $30.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall plug adapters and contact Apple for free replacement adapters.

View the official CPSC notice