NVIDIA Recalls Tablet Computers Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced July 31, 2015 CPSC #15204

Quick answer

NVIDIA Recalls Tablet Computers Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #15204, announced on July 31, 2015. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves NVIDIA SHIELD tablet computers with 8-inch touch screens. Model numbers P1761, P1761W and P1761WX and serial numbers 0410215901781 through 0425214604018 are included in this recall. NVIDIA and the model and serial numbers are etched on the left side edge of the tablets. The SHIELD logo is on the back of the tablets. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the tablets and contact nvidia for instructions on receiving a free replacement tablet.. Affected brand: NVIDIA Corp..

Hazard

This recall involves NVIDIA SHIELD tablet computers with 8-inch touch screens. Model numbers P1761, P1761W and P1761WX and serial numbers 0410215901781 through 0425214604018 are included in this recall. NVIDIA and the model and serial numbers are etched on the left side edge of the tablets. The SHIELD logo is on the back of the tablets.

Affected products

NVIDIA SHIELD tablet computers

Recalled brands

NVIDIA Corp.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the tablets and contact NVIDIA for instructions on receiving a free replacement tablet.

Recall date

July 31, 2015

Categories

eReaders and Tablet Computers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #15204?

CPSC recall #15204 covers NVIDIA Recalls Tablet Computers Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 31, 2015. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves NVIDIA SHIELD tablet computers with 8-inch touch screens. Model numbers P1761, P1761W and P1761WX and serial numbers 0410215901781 through 0425214604018 are included in this recall. NVIDIA and the model and serial numbers are etched on the left side edge of the tablets. The SHIELD logo is on the back of the tablets.

What is the remedy for recall #15204?

The CPSC remedy for recall #15204 is consumers should immediately stop using the tablets and contact nvidia for instructions on receiving a free replacement tablet.. 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 NVIDIA Recalls Tablet Computers Due to Fire 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/2015/NVIDIA-Recalls-Tablet-Computers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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