Toshiba Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-08-09 · 07267
Hazards
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
07267
Date
2007-08-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries containing Sony cells used in Toshiba notebook computers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan (battery cells)
Retailer(s)
Authorized electronics retailers nationwide from January 2006 through April 2006 for between $680 and $1,300 for the computer systems and for between $90 and $120 when sold separately.
Importer(s)
Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif. (computers)
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled lithium-ion batteries were sold with, or sold separately to be used with, the following notebook computer models: Satellite A100, Satellite A105 and Tecra A7. The battery model is printed on the battery. Model Computer Model Prefix Number (first 2 digits of serial number) Model Prefix (first 6 characters) Manufacturing Date Range Estimated Retail Pricing (when sold) Satellite A100 16, 26, 36, 46 PSAA0U January 1, 2006 - April 30, 2006 About $1,300 Satellite A105 16, 26, 36, 46 PSAA2U PSAA8U PSAA9U January 1, 2006 - April 30, 2006 About $1,000 Tecra A7 16, 26, 36, 46 PTA70U PTA71U January 1, 2006 - April 30, 2006 About $700