Lenovo Recalls ThinkVision Speaker AC Adaptors Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-03-26). Hazards: electric shock. About 230 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09170 |
| Published | 2009-03-26 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | AC Adaptor used with ThinkVision Soundbars |
| Firm named in the title | Lenovo |
| Firms | Lenovo (United States) Inc., of Morrisville, N.C. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 230 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Lenovo's Web sites, telephone and direct sales, and Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from October 2008 through January 2009, as an accessory for about $30. |
Description
Lenovo sold the AC Adaptors as part of the ThinkVision Soundbar option. The FRU part number 89P8571 with date code 200810 is located on the back of the adaptor.
Hazard
The plastic shell of the AC Adaptor can crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled AC Adaptor and contact Lenovo to receive a free replacement part.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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