IBM RDX Power Adapters (Hon-Kwang) – shock hazard (2009)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives
Brand
Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China
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
Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China is recalling Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives. The hazard is: A plastic weld on the power adapters can fail and allow two parts to separate, exposing live electri. 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
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
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.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapters and contact your IBM service provider to determine if their adaptor is involved in this recall. Consumers with the affected adapters will receive a free replacement adapter.
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