CPSC, Dell Inc. Announce Recall of Power Adapters for Notebook Computers
Source: CPSC Recall #04560
Recall Date
2004-07-01
Manufacturer
Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas
Units Affected
About 28,000 units
Products Involved
Dell power adapters for notebook computers
Hazard
Using power cords not intended for these adapters can pose a shock hazard.
Remedy
Free retrofit kits are provided by the manufacturer. These retrofit kits will prevent incorrect cables from being connected to the adapters. In the meantime, consumers should only use the power cables intended for these adapters.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Dell's Web site, through their mail order catalogs, and by phone order, from December 2003 through May 2004, between $90 and $110.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
Sold as an option for Dell notebook computers including their Latitude D400, D500, D505, D600, D800, X300, and Inspiron 300M, 500M, 510M, 600M, I8500 and I8600. "Dell," "Dell P/N W1451" is printed on top of the adapters.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28