Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Active Recall Announced September 2, 2010 CPSC #10330

Quick answer

Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard is CPSC recall #10330, announced on September 2, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Toshiba America Information Systems Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers

Recalled brands

Toshiba America Information Systems Inc.

Remedy

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.

Recall date

September 2, 2010

Categories

Computer Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10330?

CPSC recall #10330 covers Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 2, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #10330?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10330 is 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.. 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 Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard 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/2010/Toshiba-Recalls-T-Series-Notebook-Computers-Due-to-Burn-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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