Recall: Yamaha Recalls AC Power Adaptors Due to Electric Shock Hazard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2007 Release #08-078 |
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 509-0320 |
Yamaha Recalls AC Power Adaptors Due to Electric Shock Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: Yamaha AC Power Adaptors
Units: About 49,000
Distributor: Yamaha Corporation of America, of Buena Park, Calif.
Hazard: The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Yamaha has received five reports of units separating. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves the Yamaha PA-3C power adaptor with a date code of 0624. The adaptor is used with Yamaha keyboards and digital drum sets. The model number is written in white print on the front of the plug of the adaptor and the date code is etched into the plastic at the bottom of the plug panel. The adaptor can be purchased as part of a set or separately.
Sold at: Musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Yamaha Corporation of America toll-free at (866) 509-0320 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.yamaha.com/warranty_safety.asp
Yamaha PA-3C power adaptor
