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Dell AC Adapter (March 11, 2005)

Starting date:
March 11, 2005
Posting date:
August 08, 2005
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Product Safety
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-28669

Reason

Dell recalled the adapter units due to a risk of overheating which could lead to fire and electrical shock. The adapters are used in conjunction with laptops-peripheral components of VMax and sleep systems.

Affected products

Dell AC Adapter

Lot or serial number

Not applicable

Model or catalog number

22536, 22538

Companies

Manufacturer
Not Applicable