AC Power cords recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 2, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Microsoft Recalls AC Power Cords for Surface Pro Devices Due to Fire, Shock Hazards

Recall number

16089

Sold / distributed

Microsoft stores, Best Buy, Costco and other stores nationwide, and online at www.microsoft.com, from February 2013 through March 15, 2015 for between $800 and $2,000 for the Surface Pro computer and between $64 and $80 for the power supply unit sold separately.

Why it was recalled

The power cords can overheat, posing fire or shock hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves AC power cords sold with Microsoft Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2 and Surface Pro 3 computers before March 15, 2015. Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 devices have a black case with the product name on the back of the device toward the bottom. Surface Pro 3 computers have a silver case with "Windows 8 Pro" on the back of the device under the kickstand. This recall also involves accessory power supply units that include an AC power cord sold separately before March 15, 2015. The recalled power cords do not have a 1/8-inch sleeve on the cord on the end that connects to the power supply.

What to do

Consumers should unplug and stop using the recalled power cords and contact Microsoft for a free replacement AC power cord.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.