Toshiba adds to notebook battery recall list

Stephen Withers
Monday, 13 August 2007 12:17

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Toshiba has added three more notebooks to the list of models subject to a battery recall following reports of overheating.

Around 1400 units of the affected Satellite A100, Satellite A105 and Tecra A7 notebooks were sold in the US, plus an unspecified number in other countries.

The company is replacing the affected batteries at no charge. Details of how to identify an affected computer or accessory battery can be found on Toshiba's web sites (eg, US and Australia).

Unlike last September's recall, this issue is safety-related as there is a fire hazard. The cells in the affected batteries were once again made by Sony.

"We strongly recommend that customers participate in this new battery pack replacement program as soon as possible," said Toshiba officials.