Recall #23-024 · Published October 27, 2022

Brother International Meic power adapters sold with Brother AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifiers

Brother Recalls Power Adapters Sold with AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifiers Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Meic power adapters sold with Brother AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifiers from Brother International on October 27, 2022. CPSC identifies this hazard: The Meic AC power adapter casing can break while the adapter is being plugged into or removed from an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing electrical shock and electrocution hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Meic AC power adapter and contact Brother for a free replacement AC power adapter and instructions on how to return the Meic AC power adapter.

Brother AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifier with recalled Meic AC power adapter
Brother AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifier with recalled Meic AC power adapter
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Meic AC power adapters sold with Brother AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifiers. The power adapters are black and have the name "Meic" imprinted in white on the side of the adapter. "Brother" and "DF-2" are printed on the front of the air purifier.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The Meic AC power adapter casing can break while the adapter is being plugged into or removed from an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing electrical shock and electrocution hazards.

Incidents and injuries

The company has received one report of an incident of the adapter breaking and exposing its metal prongs. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Meic AC power adapter and contact Brother for a free replacement AC power adapter and instructions on how to return the Meic AC power adapter.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Brother International
Recall number
23-024
Units
About 16,300
Manufactured in
Japan
Sold at / sales period
Sold online at https://brother-usa.com/products/df2 and Amazon.com from March 2022 through September 2022 for about $130 for the AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifier with the AC adapter.
Importer
Brother International Corporation, of Bridgewater, N.J.

Recall contact information

Brother toll-free at 866-236-6835 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://help.brother-usa.com/app/ask_capa. You may also go to https://brother-usa.com/airsure-recall or https://brother-usa.com/home and then click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of page, then click on the link below AirSure DF-2 Dynamic Filtration Tabletop Air Purifier for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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