Washington, D.C. – U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that Epson is recalling power adapters sold with Epson V-series (V30/V33/V37/V300/V330/V370) scanners.
The recalled adapters are black with a power cord that connects to the scanner and to an electrical outlet.
“EPSON” and internal part code “EADP-16CB B” are printed on the label of the adaptor.
Product Information
Name of product: Power adapters sold with Epson scanners
Hazard: The power adapters can overheat, melt and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy: Replace, Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapters and contact Epson to receive a free replacement adapter.
Consumer Contact: Epson USA toll-free at 888.367.2656 from 8:00am to 4:00pm PT Monday through Friday or online at www.epson.com and click “Support” for more information.
Units: About 314,000 (In addition, 25,000 in Canada)
Incidents/Injuries: Epson is aware of 15 incidents worldwide of the adaptor melting or catching fire, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples, Walmart, and department stores nationwide from January 2010 through December 2015 for between $55.00 and $80.00 for the scanner and adapter.
Importer(s): Epson America Inc., of Long Beach, California
Manufactured In: China (Adapter), Indonesia (Scanner)
Recall Number: 20-116
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency’s jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually.
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