Lenovo has expanded its recall to include about 148,800 battery packs sold with various ThinkPad notebook computers, including the Edge, L, T, W, and X series. These black battery packs, which were also sold separately, can overheat and have led to four reports of damage to computers and property. In one instance, a consumer suffered reddened skin and burn marks on their clothing. Affected units were sold at electronics stores and online at lenovo.com between February 2010 and June 2012 for up to $3,000 as part of a computer or $150 as a standalone accessory. Lenovo is providing free replacement battery packs to all affected customers.
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat during use or charging, posing a serious fire hazard that can damage the computer, surrounding property, and cause burn injuries to the user. Lenovo has already received reports of the batteries overheating and causing property damage and skin irritation.
Consumers should immediately turn off their ThinkPad notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Lenovo for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their ThinkPad notebook without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.
Lenovo battery pack
Lenovo battery pack
Label on Lenovo battery pack
ThinkPad notebook computer sold with the recalled Lenovo battery pack
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response