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Epson Recalls Power Adapters Sold with Epson Scanners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

Recalled 2020-05-01. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.

About 314,000Units

2020-05-01Recall date

YesInjuries

The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.

What was recalled: This recall involves the power adapter sold with Epson V-series (V30/V33/V37/V300/V330/V370) scanners. The recalled adapters are black with a power cord that connects to the scanner and to an electrical outlet. "EPSON" and internal part code "EADP-16CB B" are printed on the label of the adapter.
The hazard: The power adapters can overheat, melt and catch fire, posing burn and fire hazards.
Injuries: Epson is aware of 15 incidents worldwide of the adapter melting or catching fire, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
The remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapters and contact Epson to receive a free replacement adapter.

The details

Products	Power adapters sold with Epson scanners
Imported by	Epson America Inc
Made in	China (Adapter), Indonesia (Scanner)
Sold at	Walmart, Best Buy
CPSC recall number	20116

What a recall entitles you to

A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.

Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.

The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.

Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.