# Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2009-11-10 · 10706 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 10706
- **Date:** 2009-11-10
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives

## Hazards

A plastic weld on the power adapters can fail and allow two parts to separate, exposing live electrical contacts. This poses a shock hazard to consumers.

## Manufacturer(s)

Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China

## Retailer(s)

IBM authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $330 and $760.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves power adapters sold with IBM RDX removable back up hard disk drives. The data storage devices were sold with a power adapter that fits various country specific plugs. "Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd" is printed on the adapters. IBM and RDX are printed on the back up hard disk drives.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Power-Adapters-Used-with-IBM-RDX-Back-Up-Disk-Hard-Drives-Recalled-Due-to-Shock-Hazard)
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