Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Active Recall Announced December 9, 2014 CPSC #15044

Quick answer

Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards is CPSC recall #15044, announced on December 9, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Lenovo Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

AC power cords

Recalled brands

Lenovo Inc.

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.

Recall date

December 9, 2014

Categories

Power Cords

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #15044?

CPSC recall #15044 covers Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on December 9, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #15044?

The CPSC remedy for recall #15044 is 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.. 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 Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards 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/2015/Lenovo-Recalls-Computer-Power-Cords. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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