Severity
Moderate
Lenovo Recalls ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard
Reported: March 8, 2012 Initiated: March 8, 2012 #12129 About 50,500 units
Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C. issued this CPSC recall on March 8, 2012. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 50,500 units are affected. The recall was issued because: A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #12129) was formally reported on March 8, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 50,500 units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free r… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 14 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
About 50,500
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product Description
The recalled all-in-one desktop computers, or PCs, are flat-panel monitors with the PC integrated into the monitor housing itself. The power supplies are also inside the monitor or PC housing. The computer chassis has a matte black finish with the brand name "ThinkCentre" in the lower left-hand corner of the monitor front. The recalled desktop model numbers are M90z and M70z along with the serial number and manufacturing date code can be found on a label on the underside of the unit. Models Date Codes M70z and M90z 1001 to 1012 1101 to 1112 001 to 012 101 to 112 Only certain of the M70z and M90z computers built in this time frame are affected. Consumers will need to check the serial number on their computer with Lenovo to determine if it is subject to this recall.
Reason for Recall
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.
- Units Affected
- About 50,500
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12129 |
| Date reported | March 8, 2012 |
| Date initiated | March 8, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C. |
| Units affected | About 50,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled all-in-one desktop computers, or PCs, are flat-panel monitors with the PC integrated into the monitor housing itself. The power supplies are also inside the monitor or PC housing. The computer chassis has a matte black finish with the brand name "ThinkCentre" in the lower left-hand corner of the monitor front. The recalled desktop model numbers are M90z and M70z along with the serial number and manufacturing date code can be found on a label on the underside of the unit. Models Date Codes M70z and M90z 1001 to 1012 1101 to 1112 001 to 012 101 to 112 Only certain of the M70z and M90z computers built in this time frame are affected. Consumers will need to check the serial number on their computer with Lenovo to determine if it is subject to this recall.. Recalled by Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.. Units affected: About 50,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 8, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12129.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (12129) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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