CPSCMarch 19, 2009consumer
Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.
Brands named
acer americaaceracer predatordesktopdesktop computers
Recall history
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