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Fire / OverheatingSeptember 2, 2010CPSC #10330

Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Product
Computers & Electronics
Units affected
41,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves certain Toshiba Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite Pro T130 notebook computer models. "Toshiba" is printed on the top of the notebook computer. The model name and number are printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook computers.

Hazard

The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

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.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • 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.

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Recalled notebook computers
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