Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers Recalls

Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Sep 02, 2010 - This recall involves certain Toshiba Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite Pro T130 notebook computer models. "Toshiba" is printed on the top of the notebook computer. The model name and number are printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook computers.

The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Sold at: Electronics stores and other retailers nationwide and online, including at Toshibadirect.com and other websites, from August 2009 through August 2010 for between $600 and $800.

Number of units affected: About 41,000 worldwide

Manufactured by: Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif.

Manufactured in: China

Incidents: Toshiba has received 129 reports of the notebook computers overheating and deforming the plastic casing area around the AC adapter plug, including two reports of minor burn injuries that did not require medical attention and two reports of minor property damage.

For additional information, contact Toshiba at (800) 457-7777 anytime or visit the firm's website at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices

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