CPSC, Philips Electronics Announce Recall of Speaker Power Adapters Sold with HP Computers
The hazard
The speaker power adapter's power cord connector is not grounded, posing a potential shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: HP received one report of a Philips speaker power adapter plug that was not grounded, which was discovered by a consumer during an electrical inspection. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should unplug the T-junction plug immediately and stop using the speakers. Consumers should contact Philips Electronics for a free replacement speaker power adapter.
Contact: Consumers should contact Philips Electronics at (800) 317-9341 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can log on to the Philips Electronics' website at www.philips.com/us or Hewlett-Packard's website at www.hp.com
About this recall
The speaker power adapters were included in HP's P1534A External Amplified Speaker sets. There is a label on the bottom of the speakers with the model number "P1534-60001." The package includes a black rectangular power adapter, which is about 3 inches high, 2 inches wide and 2 inches long. The adapter has two permanently attached power cords: one that connects to the light or dark gray speakers and a "T-junction" plug that connects to the computer. The speaker power adapter has "Model D12-1-A-950" and "Made in China" printed on a white label on the power adapter.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC