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Lenovo Inc. 2023-11-22 Electronics serious CPSC
Electronics · CPSC · Recall #CPSC-24031

Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks Recall

Issued November 22, 2023 · Lenovo Inc. · 2,850,510 units affected

In November 2023, Lenovo Inc. recalled the Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks, a serious electronics recall reported by the CPSC. Affected owners are eligible for a replace. Here is what the hazard is and exactly what to do about it.

Compiled by Maya Ellison, RecallCheckr

What this means for you

The power bank's internal screws can come loose, causing a short circuit and overheating of the lithium-ion battery, posing a fire hazard. Do not put lithium-ion batteries in the trash or battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. They can cause fires and explosions if they are damaged or crushed and are a hazard when thrown in the trash.

What you should do

  1. 1 Stop using Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks right away.
  2. 2 Set it aside where it won't be used by mistake.
  3. 3 Contact Lenovo Inc. to arrange your replace. See the official notice below for contact details.
  4. 4 Keep the product until your remedy is fully processed. You may need it.
Official remedy (Replace): Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks and contact Lenovo for a free replacement as well as instructions for properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries according to local and state regulations.

Recall details

Brand
Lenovo Inc.
Category
Electronics
Recall date
November 22, 2023
Units affected
2,850,510
Sold at
Online at www.lenovo.com, www.newegg.com, www.cdw.com, www.insight.com, www.connection.com, www.shi.com, www.Softchoice.com, www.eBay.com and www.staples.com from May 2022 through January 2023 for about $100.
Recall number
CPSC-24031
Made in
China
Issuing agency
CPSC

In context

  • Lenovo Inc. has 1 recall in our database.
  • We're tracking 156 Electronics recalls in our database.
  • 2,850,510 units is enough to reach roughly 1 in every 46 US households.
  • This is the 14th Electronics recall we've logged in 2023.
Read the official CPSC notice

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