Lenovo Recalls Battery Packs for ThinkPad Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard
This recall was issued March 27, 2014.
- Posted
- March 27, 2014
- Recall Number
- 14142
- Quantity
- About 34,500 in the United States and 2,900 in Canada
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately turn off their ThinkPad notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Lenovo for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their ThinkPad notebook without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.
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Incidents & Injuries
Lenovo has received two reports of the battery packs overheating, resulting in damage to the computer, battery pack and nearby property. No injuries have been reported.