The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·09170·Announced 2009-03-26

Lenovo Recalls ThinkVision Speaker AC Adaptors Due to Shock Hazard

Lenovo is recalling about 230 AC Adaptors used with ThinkVision Soundbars because the plastic shell can crack, posing a risk of electric shock.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3.

Plain-English summary

Lenovo is recalling AC Adaptors used with ThinkVision Soundbars. The recall involves about 230 units sold nationwide from October 2008 through January 2009. The specific product is identified by FRU part number 89P8571 with date code 200810, located on the back of the adaptor.

The plastic shell of the AC Adaptor can crack, which poses a risk of electric shock to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. The products were sold as an accessory for about $30 through Lenovo's websites, telephone and direct sales, and authorized distributors.

Consumers should stop using the recalled AC Adaptor immediately. They should contact Lenovo at (800) 426-7378 or visit www.lenovo.com to receive a free replacement part.

The recalled product

Product
AC Adaptor used with ThinkVision Soundbars
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
230

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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