June 8, 2004
Targus is recalling about 34,000 Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters. The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
The recall involves 110/220 volt All-in-One Universal Travel Adapters. The black adapter unit provides four different types of power connection based on the different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters have the brand name Targus printed on the front. On the side of the adapter is a switch to allow the user to select one of the three country settings: USA/Aust/N.Z. or Europe or U.K.
Retail stores nationwide and the Targus online store sold the adapters between November 2002 and May 2004 for about $20.
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Consumer should call Targus at (888) 577-4097 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the companys Web site at www.targus.com/recall.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
