Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-12-09). Hazards: fire, burn. About 500,000 units in the US and 44,000 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15044 |
| Published | 2014-12-09 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-06 |
| Product category | Power Cords |
| Products | AC power cords |
| Firm named in the title | Lenovo |
| Firms | Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 500,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 44,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Laptop computers with the AC power cords were sold at computer and electronics stores, authorized dealers and online at www.lenovo.com from February 2011 through June 2012 for between $350 and $1,500. |
Description
This recall involves Lenovo's LS-15 AC power cord manufactured from February 2011 to December 2011. The power cords were distributed with IdeaPad brand B-, G-, S-, U-, V- and Z-series laptop computers and Lenovo brand B-, G- and V-series laptop computers. The recalled power cords are black in color and have the "LS-15" molded mark on the AC adapter end. The manufacture date code in the format REV: 00 YYMM is on a label attached to the cord.
Hazard
The AC power cord can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled power cords and contact Lenovo for a free replacement. Consumers can continue to use the computer on battery power.
Incidents and injuries
None reported in the U.S. or Canada. Lenovo has received reports from outside the U.S. of 15 incidents involving overheating, sparking, melting and burning. No injuries were reported.
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