I know that they will have them at Pep Boys, Kragen, Napa, etc. They didn't come up at target.com, but you never know. If there is an auto parts store nearby, I would just go there.

 

This is a possibility. The chargers have fuses in them as well. I had a phone charger once that would blow its fuse if I plugged it in shortly after unplugging it.

If you don't have anything else to test in the socket, can you test the charger in another vehicle?

 

Great idea Jeff!

If the fuses are in tact, I would give this a try.

 

The power only works when the ignition switch is on / accessory. If they are trying to use power when the engine is off (no key in ignition) that could explain everything.

 

I checked both accessory fuses and they were blown so I replaced them. I was able to locate an assortment pack of replacement fuses at Kragen. Kind of annoying as they only had one of each in the pack and they only had one pack in stock. I checked at Napa and they were out so I still need one more 15amp fuse to replace the one I took from the spare fuse slot.

A question about the Nintendo car charger. Since it blew both fuses in both accessory sockets I am hesitant to test it again as I don't have any replacement fuses at the moment. Should I try using a higher rated fuse?

My kid said the car charger works fine in a late 90's Ford Explorer.

 

My cigarette lighter died in my 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid. It's not the fuse. Does that mean it needs to be replaced? If so, is this a big job?

 

My 2004 keeps blowing the fuse. So the socket is virtually useless as I cannot count on it. Any suggestions?