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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2012-03-08

Lenovo Recalls ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard

Is my product affected?

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z desktop computers

  • Brand Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Lenovo is recalling ThinkCentre all-in-one desktop computers, specifically M70z and M90z models manufactured during certain date codes in 2010 and 2011. A defect in an internal power supply component can overheat and create a fire hazard. The affected computers are flat-panel monitors with integrated PCs and have the ThinkCentre brand name printed in the lower left corner of the monitor front.

Consumers who own these models should immediately stop using their computers and unplug the power supply. They should contact Lenovo to confirm whether their computer is included in the recall by checking the serial number and manufacturing date code found on a label on the underside of the unit. Lenovo will provide a free replacement of the power supply and will schedule an appointment to install it.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.

What should I 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.

Details from the source

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.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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