Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard

The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #: 09731
Affected scope: About 215

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Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 19, 2009. Reason: The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat w…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to sche…. Verify recall #09731 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat w….

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agency class: March 19, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09731 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

This recall involves Acer Predator desktop computers. The high-end gaming machines have model numbers ASG7200 and ASG7700. Model numbers are printed on the bottom right corner of the panel on the right side of the system.

Reason for recall

The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	09731
Date reported	March 19, 2009
Date initiated	March 19, 2009
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 215
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 19, 2009. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 09731.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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