CPSCAugust 9, 2007consumer

Toshiba Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The hazard

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries and contact Toshiba to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely, by turning the system off, removing the battery, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received. Consumers should use only batteries obtained from Toshiba or from an authorized Toshiba reseller.

Brands named

sony energy devices corp of japan battery cellstoshiba america information systems inc of irvine calif computerstoshiba
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