CPSC2010-09-02
Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard
Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard
The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately download the latest version of Toshiba's BIOS computer program to their notebook computer at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices. This new computer program will detect whether the notebook computer is overheating, and if so, disable the notebook computer's external power and display a message directing the consumer to contact Toshiba for a free repair. Consumers who do not have Internet access should contact Toshiba to arrange for installation of the updated BIOS.
Sold at
Electronics stores and other retailers nationwide and online, including at Toshibadirect.com and other websites, from August 2009 through August 2010 for between $600 and $800.
Affected count
About 41,000 worldwide
Injuries reported
Toshiba has received 129 reports of the notebook computers overheating and deforming the plastic casing area around the AC adapter plug, including two reports of minor burn injuries that did not require medical attention and two reports of minor property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Toshiba at (800) 457-7777 anytime or visit the firm's website at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Toshiba-Recalls-T-Series-Notebook-Computers-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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