Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z computers

CPSC Recall #12159 — April 23, 2012

Recall #12159 Date: April 23, 2012 Remedy: Replace

Product

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z computers

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard

A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm received reports of one fire incident and one smoke incident in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply. Because additional systems and manufacturing dates have been added to the recall, even those customers who contacted Lenovo regarding the March 2012 recall should contact Lenovo again to verify if their system is part of this expanded program.

Units Affected

About 13,000 (50,500 were previously recalled in March 2012)

Sold At

Online at Lenovo's websites, by telephone and direct sales through Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from May 2010 through March 2012 for about $500 for the M70z model and $800 for the M90z model.

Manufacturer

Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.

Importer

Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.

Manufactured In

Mexico