How to Handle Toshiba Laptop Batteries Recall
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is the department tasked by the US government with protecting consumers from faulty products. An example of CPSC's success is the 2017 recall of Toshiba Laptop Battery Packs.
Although nearly 200,000 battery packs had to be recalled, not one injury occurred. This was partly because of quick action taken by CPSC to notify consumers of the risk and what actions to take. If there was an even more convenient way to be notified about recalls, a lot more injuries could be prevented due to faulty products.
After we take a closer look at the Toshiba battery pack recall, you will be introduced to a more convenient solution. One that will check each of your purchases for recall notices and notify you right on your phone when one affects you. makes you aware of recalls and assists you in what you need to do.
What Caused Toshiba to Issue the Recall of Laptop Battery Packs?
The was the result of multiple customer reports of the Panasonic battery packs becoming so hot that they had started to melt. Thankfully, none of the incidents led to injuries. This recall was issued in January 2017, but it included battery packs used in 41 models of Toshiba laptops and sold individually as well, from 2011 through 2016. The final recall list included nearly 200,000 battery packs.
Toshiba's Battery Recall List
To see if your laptop's battery pack was included in this recall, you can perform a manual check of your battery pack's part and serial numbers.
- Part numbers are printed on the battery packs and affected part numbers begin with G71C.
- The full list can be found on the website
- You can call Toshiba at (866)224-1346, between 5 AM and 11 PM.
How Is Toshiba Handling the Battery Recall?
If you have one of the affected battery packs, Toshiba recommends turning off your laptop and removing the battery pack right away. You can get instructions on how to receive your replacement battery online or by calling the toll-free number. Until your replacement battery arrives you can power your laptop with the A/C power cord.
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Let DoNotPay Claim Your Toshiba Battery Replacement
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