Recalled Product

Hewlett-Packard (HP) 1040 and 1050 Fax Machines

On 2012-02-02, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published a recall regarding Hewlett-Packard (HP) 1040 and 1050 Fax Machines due to a potential fire and burn hazard. This product sold new beginning in November 2004 for about $90 to $120.

About 900,000 units are involved in this Hewlett-Packard (HP) fax machine recall. Instance(s) of injuries, fires, major property damage have been reported.
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This was the 1st recall of products in the Facsimile (FAX) Machines category in 2012. See other recently recalled Facsimile (FAX) Machines.

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What is the problem?

The fax machines can overheat due to an internal electrical component failure, posing fire and burn hazards.

Instance(s) of injuries, fires, major property damage have been reported.

How can I tell if I own this product?

This recall involves HP Fax 1040 and 1050 models. The HP logo and the model number are printed on the front of the fax machine. The fax machines are dark gray and measure about 11 inches high x 14 1/2 inches wide.

These items were sold new⁺ at Electronics, computer and camera stores nationwide, and online at www.shopping.hp.com and other websites from November 2004 through December 2011 for between $90 and $120. Some of the recalled fax machines were replacement units for a <a href="http://wemakeitsafer.com/HP-Fax-11-and-11xi-Machines-Recall-287786-079053">previous recall</a> involving HP fax model 1010 in June 2008.

What should I do if I own this recalled product?

First, stop using the item.

Then, add the item to a free, private Items I Own account. This will enable you to easily access the CPSC and recalling company's remedy instructions as well as track your progress toward getting the item returned or fixed. Click "I Own THIS Item" to continue.

The CPSC provides the following remedy information:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fax machines, disconnect them from the electrical outlet and contact HP for a rebate on the purchase of an authorized replacement HP fax machine or a partial rebate of certain HP ink jet printers.

For additional information, contact HP toll-free at (888)654-9296 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.hp.com/go/faxrecall/US-en

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⁺WeMakeItSafer cautions consumers that recalled items may have been acquired at different locations, prices and times than specified in the CPSC recall announcement. This is especially true for items purchased in online marketplaces, resale shops or yard sales. More information may be available in the CPSC recall announcement.