Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard
USDesktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Acer Predator desktop computers. The high-end gaming machines have model numbers ASG7200 and ASG7700. Model numbers are printed on the bottom right corner of the panel on the right side of the system.
Affected Products
Acer Predator Desktop Computers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Desktop-Computers-Recalled-By-Acer-America-Corp-Due-to-Overheating-Burn-Hazard |
| Title | Desktop Computers Recalled By Acer America Corp. Due to Overheating, Burn Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d568dadcd9404b0eb96ca24a247b9bbe.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Desktop Computer |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/fdbce25595904ba68aa3e218ebc85e84.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Desktop Computer |
| Hazards › Name | The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | Acer has received two reports of computers short circuiting, resulting in melted internal components and external casing. Neither incident occurred in the U.S. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Acer Predator Desktop Computers |
| Products › Type | Computer Equipment |
| Products › Category I D | 1893 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 215 |
| Recall I D | 6036 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair. |
| Importers › Name | Acer America Corp., of San Jose, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Computer and electronic stores nationwide from May 2008 through December 2008 for between $2,000 and $6,000. |
| Recall Date | 2009-03-19T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Acer Predator desktop computers. The high-end gaming machines have model numbers ASG7200 and ASG7700. Model numbers are printed on the bottom right corner of the panel on the right side of the system. |
| Recall Number | 09731 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Acer toll-free at (866) 695-2237 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.acer.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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