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RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockJul 2, 2008
Recalled 3-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-507
Recalled 3-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-507
Recalled 15-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-508
Recalled 15-Amp Power Supply Cat. No. 22-508

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Hazard

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

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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.

Sold on

RadioShack stores nationwide from October 2004 through January 2008 for between $50 and $85.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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