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Lenovo Recalls ThinkVision Speaker AC Adaptors Due to Shock Hazard

Recall 09-170 · March 26, 2009 · Lenovo

What to doConsumers should stop using the recalled AC Adaptor and contact Lenovo to receive a free replacement part.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-170 (CPSC)
Recall date
March 26, 2009
Brand
Lenovo
Category
Power banks, chargers and batteries
Products
AC Adaptor used with ThinkVision Soundbars
Hazard
Shock Hazard
Hazard type
Electric shock
Units
About 230
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

Lenovo sold the AC Adaptors as part of the ThinkVision Soundbar option. The FRU part number 89P8571 with date code 200810 is located on the back of the adaptor.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • AC Adaptor used with ThinkVision Soundbars · About 230 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Lenovo's Web sites, telephone and direct sales, and Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from October 2008 through January 2009, as an accessory for about $30.; Lenovo (United States) Inc., of Morrisville, N.C..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Lenovo at (800) 426-7378 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.lenovo.com

Recall history and context

Lenovo appears in 8 CPSC recalls on record. See all Lenovo recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 109 recalls in the power banks, chargers and batteries category, 20 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

AC Adaptor used with ThinkVision Soundbars (About 230 units). Lenovo sold the AC Adaptors as part of the ThinkVision Soundbar option.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Shock Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should stop using the recalled AC Adaptor and contact Lenovo to receive a free replacement part.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.