CPSCRecalled Sep 2, 2010 · #10330
Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard
Hazard
The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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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.
Product details
- Product
- Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers
- Type
- Computer Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- 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.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
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.