Apple recalls unsafe AC plugs shipped from 2003-2015

Posted on Friday, January 29 2016 @ 12:13 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck
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Apple announced a big recall that affects two-prong AC wall plug adapters shipped from 2003 to 2015 with its Mac computers and certain iOS devices. The company claims the plugs may break and create a risk of electrical shock if touched. The recall exclusively affects plugs designed for use in Continental Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Argentina and Brazil. Full details about the recall can be found here.
Apple has determined that, in very rare cases, the two prong Apple AC wall plug adapters designed for use in Continental Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Argentina and Brazil may break and create a risk of electrical shock if touched. These wall plug adapters shipped from 2003 to 2015 with Mac and certain iOS devices, and were also included in the Apple World Travel Adapter Kit.

Customer safety is always Apple's top priority, and we have voluntarily decided to exchange affected wall plug adapters with a new, redesigned adapter, free of charge. We encourage customers to exchange any affected parts using the process below.

Note: Other wall plug adapters, including those designed for Canada, China, Hong Kong, Japan, United Kingdom, and United States and Apple USB power adapters are not affected by this program.
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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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