CPSC Recall in 2018: Zebra Technologies Expands Recall of Power Supply Units for Thermal Printers Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2018.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-186

Date: August 02, 2018

Product Name: Power supply units for Zebra brand thermal printers

Recall Description:

Hazard Description:

The power supply units can degrade and corrode over time when exposed to moisture and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 1,370,000 (166,000 units were previously recalled in December 2016.)

Incidents:

The firm has received a total of 30 reports of the power supply units overheating or catching fire, including a fire that spread from the connector to the printer, damaging the printer and surrounding work space. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Direct sales from Zebra and through Zebra distributors and resellers, including BlueStar Inc., Ingram Micro Data Capture Pos. Div., ScanSource and Wynit Distribution LLC, to businesses, hospitals and end-users from October 2006 through June 2013 for between $340 and $2,000 with Zebra printers and for about $130 as an aftermarket accessory.

Manufactured In:

China