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Just got a release from Microsoft, which I assumed was an April Fool until I checked the date. As a "precautionary measure" Microsoft will replace the power cords on 14.1 million Xbox consoles worldwide! Apparently the current cords can, on rare occasions, pose a fire hazard due to electrical failures. 30 consoles worldwide have suffered this failure, causing minor injury or property damage. If your console was manufactured before the 13th January 2004 (in Europe - 23rd October elsewhere) then you'll need a replacement cord. So that's most of us then I'm guessing - but is it really worth the effort? If you think so then sign up here.