Reason the product is recalled
The failure originates inside the output connector/tip assembly due to a poor electrical contact, resulting in increased contact electrical resistance
The hazards to consumers
May result in melting or charring of the products
What consumers should do
Consumers should stop using the power adaptor and contact Lorraine Read from Targus Australia by phoning 1800 641 645 (toll free) in order to obtain a prepaid envelope to return the products to Targus Australia for a replacement.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
A&R Computer Services Pty Ltd, Australian Way Pty Ltd, Bing Lee Electronics, Bluechip Infotech Pty Ltd, BMS Technology Pty Ltd, Domayne, Harvey Norman, Ingram Micro (NZ) Limited, Ingram Micro Pty Ltd, JB Hi Fi Group Pty Ltd, Joyce Mayne, Leader Computers Pty Ltd, Officeworks Superstores, Rodin Corporation Pty Ltd t/as Dicker Data, Standard Computers Australia Pty Ltd, Synnex New Zealand Limited, Targus Australia, Toshiba (Australia) Pty Ltd, WOW Audio Visual Superstores P/L
Identifying product features
APA64AU-02 (Universal Wall/Auto/Air Power Adaptor )
APM64AU-02 (Universal Wall Power Adaptor)
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
APA64AU-02 (Universal Wall/Auto/Air Power Adaptor )
APM64AU-02 (Universal Wall Power Adaptor)
APM64AU-02 (Universal Wall Power Adaptor)
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2010/11592 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
