PRA number
2007/9096
Published date
Product description
Batteries that were sold with or for use with laptops.
Reasons the product is recalled
If the notebook personal computer is struck forcefully on the corner, such as from a direct fall to the ground, the battery pack can overheat and pose a potential fire hazard.
The hazards to consumers
Fire
What consumers should do
To determine whether their battery is the subject of this recall customers should contact Lenovo by visiting www.lenovo.com/batteryprogram 24 hours a day or by calling 131 426 (toll free) between 9am and 9pm AEST 7 days a week.
Supplier
Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Limited
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
-
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.