Acer is recalling about 22,000 Aspire series notebook computers. An internal microphone wire under the palm rest can short-circuit and overheat. This poses a potential burn hazard to consumers.
Acer has received three reports of computers short-circuiting, resulting in slight melting of the external casing. No incidents occurred in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled notebook computer models are the Acer AS3410, AS3410T, AS3810T, AS3810TG, AS3810TZ and AS3810TZG. The computers screen size is about 13.3 inches measured diagonally. Not all units are affected. Consumers should contact Acer to determine if their unit is included in the recall.
The computers were sold by ABS Computer Technologies, D&H; Distributing, Frys Electronics, Ingram Micro, Radio Shack, SED/American Express, Synnex Corporation, SYX Distribution, Tech Data Corporation and other retailers nationwide and Amazon.com from June 2009 through October 2009 for between $650 and $1,150. They were made in China.
Consumers should stop using the recalled notebook computers immediately and contact Acer to determine if their notebook is affected and to receive a free repair.
For additional information, contact Acer toll-free at (866) 695-2237 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.acer.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
