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Apple — Two pin wall plug adapters supplied with Mac computers and iOS devices

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Apple — Two pin wall plug adapters supplied with Mac computers and iOS devices
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other risk levels
Type
Electric shock
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment

Hazard: The wall plug adapter may break when being plugged in to, or unplugged from, the mains wall socket. If this happens, the user could touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the

Origin
People's Republic of China
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This alert was reported 3864 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? This is a small plastic plug adapter that came with some Apple computers or phones. It lets you plug the device into a wall socket.

What's happening? The plug adapter may crack or break when you plug it in or pull it out. If it breaks, you could touch the metal parts inside and get an electric shock.

Does this affect me? If you have one of these adapters from Apple, it could be unsafe. This notice covers several countries in Europe.

What should I do? Stop using the adapter right away. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you need help finding a safe replacement.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Electric shock · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The wall plug adapter may break when being plugged in to, or unplugged from, the mains wall socket. If this happens, the user could touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
February 12, 2016
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/195224

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What is this product recall alert about?
Apple — Two pin wall plug adapters supplied with Mac computers and iOS devices. Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Electric shock · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The wall plug adapter may break when being plugged in to, or unplugged from, the mains wall socket. If this happens, the user could touch live parts and receive an elect...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 12, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Ireland, Estonia, France, Croatia, Hungary, Portugal, and Slovakia.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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