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

Reported: August 29, 2003 Initiated: August 29, 2003 #03176

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The monitor's circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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.

Details

Units Affected
63,000 (in addition, 56,000 monitors were recalled in 2003)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-IBM-and-LiteOn-Technology-Announce-Expansion-of-Previously-Announced-Recall-of-Computer-Monitors

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by LiteOn Technology, of Taipei, Taiwan. Units affected: 63,000 (in addition, 56,000 monitors were recalled in 2003).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The monitor's circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 29, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03176.

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