# Lenovo Recalls ThinkPad Laptops Due to Fire Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2018-02-06 · 18094 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 18094
- **Date:** 2018-02-06
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Laptops (5th Generation)

## Hazards

An unfastened screw can damage the battery causing ovearheating, posing a fire hazard.

## Remedies

Repair

## Manufacturer(s)

Lenovo PC, of Hong Kong

## Retailer(s)

Lenovo.com, CDW, Insight, Connection, Zones, and to other PC resellers from December 2016 through November 2017 for between $1,100 and $2,600.

## Importer(s)

Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves 14-inch ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Generation laptops. They were sold in silver and black. The product name "5th Generation Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon," the machine type 20HQ, 20HR, 20K3 or 20K4 and the serial number or S/N are printed on the bottom of the laptop. Laptops manufacture dates from 16/12 through 17/10 (for December 2016 through October 2017) are included in the recall. The manufacturing date codes can be found on the bottom of the laptop.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Lenovo-Recalls-ThinkPad-Laptops-Due-to-Fire-Hazard)
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