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Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: September 2, 2010 Initiated: September 2, 2010 #10330

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif.. Units affected: About 41,000 worldwide.
Why was this product recalled?
The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 2, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10330.