IBM AC Adapters Recalled for Overheating
IBM Corp. says it is recalling 553,000 defective AC adapters shipped with its notebook computers from January 1999 to August 2000.
The adapters could overheat, causing the adapter housing to melt and possibly charring its circuit board inside. Though there have been an unspecified number of property damage reports, no users have been injured, the company said.
The adapters were shipped worldwide, primarily with ThinkPad i, 390, and 240 series notebook computers. Only adapters with part number 02K6549 are affected by this recall, IBM said.
The company said it will replace affected adapters free of charge. Consumers are urged not to use the product and unplug it from the wall while waiting for a replacement. For information, contact IBM at 1-800-410-5629.
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