DYMO Recalls Power Adapters Sold with DYMO Printers Due to Burn Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09033
Recall Date
2008-10-30
Manufacturer
DYMO, of Stamford, Conn.
Units Affected
17000
Products Involved
DYMO® LabelWriter® Power Adapters used with printers
Hazard
The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm to receive a free replacement external power adapter kit.
Reported Injuries
DYMO has received 11 reports of printers overheating and emitting smoke and/or a burnt smell. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Office supply stores, discount retailers, and various specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2008 for between $100 and $250.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves the external power adapters sold with the following DYMO LabelWriter® 400 series printers: DYMO LabelWriter 400, DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Duo and DYMO Desktop Mailing Solution with housing date codes 2407, 2507, 2607 or 2707. The date code is printed on the plastic housing of the adapter. Power adapters with "RoHS" printed on the top right of the product label are not included in this recall.
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