Apple Recalls Travel Adapter Kits and Plugs Due to Risk of Electric Shock
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6659.
This recall involves Apple World Travel Adapter Kits and wall plug adapters. The kits contain three-prong and two-prong AC wall plug adapters that fit different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters were made for use in Australia/New Zealand/Argentina, Brazil, Continental Europe and Korea and were also sold with Mac computers and iOS devices. The wall plug adapters are white plastic with the following characteristics: Australia/New Zealand/Argentina - flat angled blades Brazil - round thin pins Continental Europe - round thin pins, slightly slanted inward Korea - round thick pins Recalled wall plug adapters have either four or five letters or numbers, or no markings on the inside slot where the wall plug adapter attaches to the main power adapter. Redesigned adapters have a three-letter regional code in the slot (EUR, ARG, KOR, AUS or BRA).
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6659.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall plug adapters and contact Apple for free replacement adapters.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Apple Stores And Other Home Electronics Stores, And Online At Apple.com From January 2003 Through January 2015 For About $30. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6659.
Apple at 800-275-2273 any time, or online at www.apple.com and click on AC Wall Plug Adapter Recall Program for more information.
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Apple Stores And Other Home Electronics Stores, And Online At Apple.com From January 2003 Through January 2015 For About $30. Recall FAQ
Apple Stores And Other Home Electronics Stores, And Online At Apple.com From January 2003 Through January 2015 For About $30. is the subject of an electronics recall: Apple Recalls Travel Adapter Kits and Plugs Due to Risk of Electric Shock. The notice was published on February 18, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 814,000 units are potentially affected.