CPSC recall 10-330, announced September 2, 2010, covers Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers (about 41,000 units worldwide). The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 129 incident reports. Consumers should immediately download the latest version of Toshiba's BIOS computer program to their notebook computer at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices. Recall contact: call (800) 457-7777, or go to laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model name and number are printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook computers.
Which products are included?
This recall involves certain Toshiba Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite Pro T130 notebook computer models. "Toshiba" is printed on the top of the notebook computer. The model name and number are printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook computers.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Where to look
a label on the bottom of the notebook computers
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- August 2009 through August 2010
- Price paid
- $600 to $800
Why it was recalled
The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Toshiba has received 129 reports of the notebook computers overheating and deforming the plastic casing area around the AC adapter plug, including two reports of minor burn injuries that did not require medical attention and two reports of minor property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately download the latest version of Toshiba's BIOS computer program to their notebook computer at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices. This new computer program will detect whether the notebook computer is overheating, and if so, disable the notebook computer's external power and display a message directing the consumer to contact Toshiba for a free repair. Consumers who do not have Internet access should contact Toshiba to arrange for installation of the updated BIOS.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 457-7777, or go to laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
- Recall number
- 10-330
- Units
- About 41,000 worldwide
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Electronics stores and other retailers nationwide and online, including at Toshibadirect.com and other websites, from August 2009 through August 2010 for between $600 and $800.
Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers
CPSC product type: Computer Equipment
This recall in context
Compared with the 221 home electronics recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 153 of 221 home electronics recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 94 of 221 home electronics recalls.
- Brand history
- Toshiba America Information Systems is named in 4 CPSC notices in this index, from 2007 to 2017. This recall is the 2nd. The one before: Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries containing Sony cells (07-267, Aug 2007).
- Time on sale
- 13 months. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Toshiba at (800) 457-7777 anytime or visit the firm's website at http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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