Lenovo has recalled approximately 34,500 battery packs sold both separately and with various ThinkPad notebook computers, including the Edge, T, W, and X series. These battery packs can overheat, which has led to two reports of the batteries malfunctioning and causing damage to the computer and nearby property. The recalled units were sold between October 2010 and April 2011. Lenovo is providing free replacement battery packs to all affected consumers.
The battery packs can overheat during use or while charging, posing a serious fire hazard that can damage the laptop and surrounding property. While no injuries have been reported, two incidents of property damage have occurred.
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