Battery Recall Archives

Oct
25
2006

More Notebook Battery Recalls »

Four additional computer companies have announced battery recall programs for certain models of notebook computers. The four companies are Lenovo (Formerly IBM), Fujitsu, Gateway and Sony. Owners of computers from these companies should visit their customer support sites to determine if their computer is affected by these recalls....
No Comments | Posted by Sam Kennedy in the Technology Services blog.
Sep
21
2006

Toshiba To Recall 340,000 Batteries »

Toshiba said it would replace about 340,000 laptop computer batteries made by Sony worldwide, the latest in a string of Sony battery woes. The batteries, used in Dynabook and Dynabook Satellite laptops manufactured between March and May this year, could fail on the road because of problems with storing and...
No Comments | Posted by Rob Downs in the Technology Services blog.
Aug
25
2006

Apple Battery Recall »

Apple is recalling certain Mac notebook computer system batteries due to a possible safety risk that may result in overheating. The affected batteries were sold worldwide from October 2003 through August 2006 for use with the following notebook computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. This...
No Comments | Posted by Sam Kennedy in the Technology Services blog.
Aug
15
2006

Dell Battery Recall »

Dell has identified a potential safety issue with some batteries in Dell notebooks and has issued a voluntary recall. Dell will replace impacted batteries at no charge. Details may be found here: http://www.dellbatteryprogram.com). If you need assistance determining if your laptop is affected, contact the Technology Services Help Desk at...
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