CPSC recall 16131
Panasonic battery packs used in Toshiba laptop computers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-13
On 2016-04-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Panasonic battery packs used in Toshiba laptop computers by Panasonic, citing the lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16131 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-03-30 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Panasonic |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Panasonic battery packs used in Toshiba laptop computers | This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs installed in 39 models of Toshiba Portege, Satellite, and Tecra laptops. The battery packs were also sold separately and also installed by Toshiba as part of a repair. Battery packs included in this recall have part numbers that begin with G71C (G71C*******). Part numbers are printed on the battery pack. A complete list of battery pack part numbers included in this recall can be found on the firm's website at http://go.toshiba.com/battery.
Reason
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Toshiba-Recalls-Laptop-Computer-Battery-Packs
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