Nokia Recalls Tablet Travel Chargers Due to Electrocution Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-06-18 · 14209
Hazards
The plastic cover on the charger's exchangeable plugs can come loose and separate, exposing internal components that pose an electrocution hazard if touched while the plug remains in a live socket.
Recall
Number
14209
Date
2014-06-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Travel Charger Kits for Nokia Lumia 2520 Tablets
Remedies
Options
Replace; Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Nokia Inc., of Sunnyvale, Calif.
Retailer(s)
AT&T and Verizon Wireless authorized dealers and retailers nationwide and online at att.com and Verizon.com from January 2014 to May 2014 for about $50.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall includes the Travel Charger kit sold separately for the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet, also called the AC-300 charger accessory kit. The kit includes four different plugs for use in electrical outlets in the U.S., U.K., EU and Australia. The black plastic chargers measure about 2.75 inches high by 2.3 inches wide. U.S. chargers that were sold with the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet are not included in the recall.