Barnes & Noble is recalling about 147,000 black power adapters sold with the NOOK Tablet 7". The adapter's casing can break when plugged into an outlet, exposing live metal prongs. Barnes & Noble has received four reports of the adapter breaking or pulling apart, though no injuries have been reported. These adapters were sold at Barnes & Noble stores and online between November 2016 and January 2017 for approximately $50.
The plastic casing of the power adapter can fail and separate, exposing the internal metal prongs while they are connected to an electrical outlet, which poses a serious risk of electric shock to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapters and register online for a free replacement adapter along with a Barnes & Noble $5 gift card. Once registered, consumers will be able to print a pre-paid UPS label to return the recalled adapters to Barnes & Noble. Consumers will receive replacement adapters in the mail. Until a replacement adapter is received, consumers are advised to charge their NOOK Tablet 7" through their computer using a USB cable.
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If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response