Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters (Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan) – fire hazard (2004)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters
Brand
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Ahoku Electronics Co., of Taipei, Taiwan is recalling Universal All-in-One Plug Adapters. The hazard is: The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves 110/220 volt All-in-One Universal Travel Adapters. The black adapter unit provides four different types of power connection, based on the different electrical outlets worldwide. The recalled adapters have the brand name "Targus" printed on the front. On the side of the adapter is a switch to allow the user to select one of the three country settings: "USA/Aust/N.Z." or "Europe" or "U.K."
Reported concern (CPSC)
The adapters may have an electrical wiring problem, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the adapters immediately and contact Targus to receive a full refund.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026