CPSC Recall in 2012: Lenovo Expands Recall of ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12159

Date: April 23, 2012

Product Name: Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z computers

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 13,000 (50,500 were previously recalled in March 2012)

Incidents:

The firm received reports of one fire incident and one smoke incident in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Online at Lenovo's websites, by telephone and direct sales through Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from May 2010 through March 2012 for about $500 for the M70z model and $800 for the M90z model.

Manufactured In:

Mexico