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CPSC, IBM Announce Recall of AC Adapters for Notebook Computers

Date: September 2, 2004
Company: Delta Electronics Inc., of Taipei, Taiwan
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should unplug the recalled adapters from the wall outlet immediately and contact IBM for a free replacement unit.

Affected Products

The recalled 56W AC power adapters were shipped primarily with IBM ThinkPad i Series, 390 and 240 Series, and s Series notebook computers. The adapters have three hollow pins at the AC inlet and part number 02K6549 on a label on the top of the unit. The IBM logo appears on top of the unit. Adapters with solid pins are not included in this recall.

Why Was This Recalled?

The adapters can overheat, cause damage to the circuit board and melt through the housing, which poses a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Delta Electronics Inc., of Taipei, Taiwan

Delta Electronics Inc., of Taipei, Taiwan has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report