CPSC, IBM and LiteOn Technology Announce Expansion of Previously Announced Recall of Computer Monitors

Active Recall Announced August 29, 2003 CPSC #03176

Quick answer

CPSC, IBM and LiteOn Technology Announce Expansion of Previously Announced Recall of Computer Monitors is CPSC recall #03176, announced on August 29, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled IBM monitors include the G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models. The G51 and G51t monitors have the following model numbers on a label on the back of the unit: 6541-02N, 6541-02E, 6541-02S, 6541-Q0N, 6541-Q0E, and 6541-Q0S. The label on the back of the recalled G51 models also has a date of manufacture between June 1997 and September 1998. The "IBM" logo can be found on the front of the units, which were manufactured in China, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom. The remedy is consumers should stop using these monitors immediately and contact the ibm repair center to confirm whether their monitor is covered by the recall. consumers with a recalled unit will receive a free inspection and repair or a replacement unit.. Affected brands: LiteOn Technology, IBM.

Hazard

The recalled IBM monitors include the G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models. The G51 and G51t monitors have the following model numbers on a label on the back of the unit: 6541-02N, 6541-02E, 6541-02S, 6541-Q0N, 6541-Q0E, and 6541-Q0S. The label on the back of the recalled G51 models also has a date of manufacture between June 1997 and September 1998. The "IBM" logo can be found on the front of the units, which were manufactured in China, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom.

Affected products

IBM monitors: G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models

Recalled brands

LiteOn Technology, IBM

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these monitors immediately and contact the IBM Repair Center to confirm whether their monitor is covered by the recall. Consumers with a recalled unit will receive a free inspection and repair or a replacement unit.

Recall date

August 29, 2003

Categories

Computer Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03176?

CPSC recall #03176 covers CPSC, IBM and LiteOn Technology Announce Expansion of Previously Announced Recall of Computer Monitors, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 29, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled IBM monitors include the G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models. The G51 and G51t monitors have the following model numbers on a label on the back of the unit: 6541-02N, 6541-02E, 6541-02S, 6541-Q0N, 6541-Q0E, and 6541-Q0S. The label on the back of the recalled G51 models also has a date of manufacture between June 1997 and September 1998. The "IBM" logo can be found on the front of the units, which were manufactured in China, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom.

What is the remedy for recall #03176?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03176 is consumers should stop using these monitors immediately and contact the ibm repair center to confirm whether their monitor is covered by the recall. consumers with a recalled unit will receive a free inspection and repair or a replacement unit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, IBM and LiteOn Technology Announce Expansion of Previously Announced Recall of Computer Monitors on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-IBM-and-LiteOn-Technology-Announce-Expansion-of-Previously-Announced-Recall-of-Computer-Monitors. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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