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CPSCRecalled Sep 28, 2006 · #06270

Lenovo and IBM Announce Recall of ThinkPad Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

These lithium-ion batteries can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled lithium-ion batteries were sold with or sold separately to be used with the following ThinkPad notebook computers: T Series (T43, T43p, T60, T60p); R Series (R51e, R52, R60, R60e); and X Series (X60, X60s). The recalled batteries have the following part or model numbers, which can be found on the battery label: Part/model number: ASM P/N 92P1072 92P1088 92P1142 92P1170 92P1174 FRU P/N 92P1073 92P1089 92P1141 92P1169 or 93P5028 92P1173 or 93P5030

Product details

Product
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in ThinkPad notebook computers
Type
Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Manufacturer
Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan
Model numbers
92P1072, 92P1088, 92P1142, 92P1170, 92P1174, 92P1073, 92P1089, 92P1141, 92P1169, 93P5028, 92P1173, 93P5030
UPCs
Sold at
Lenovo and IBM Web sites, telephone and direct sales, and Lenovo and IBM authorized distributors between February 2005 and September 2006, as an accessory, for between $150 and $180 and as part of a ThinkPad notebook computer, for between $750 and $3500.
Made in
Japan, China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Lenovo to receive a replacement battery, free of charge. Until a replacement battery arrives, consumers can continue to use their computer by turning off the system, removing the battery, and plugging in the AC adapter and power cord. Consumers should use only genuine ThinkPad batteries obtained from either Lenovo or an authorized reseller.

View the official CPSC notice