Moderate Recalled March 20, 2003 About 125,000 units Updated May 23, 2025

CPSC, Comarco Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Detachable Plugs On Power Adapters

The hazard

The plug can break open and expose live wires, posing an electrocution or electric shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: Comarco has received 12 reports of the plugs breaking open, though no injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should stop using the AC plugs immediately and contact Comarco to obtain a free replacement plug.

Contact: Consumers should contact Comarco collect at (949) 599-7400 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.regcen.com/comarco

About this recall

The recalled AC plugs, which were sold with 70-watt AC power adapters, have the word "ChargeSource" printed on top of the plug. The black adapters have a model name of "Targus" and model number of PA-AC- 70W-2, which can be found on a label on the back of the adapter. The name "Targus" also appears in white letters on the front of the adapter.

Product photos

Targus Power Adapter
Targus Power Adapter
Recalled Detachable Plugs
Recalled Detachable Plugs

Photos: U.S. CPSC