Every recall we track for Panasonic, of Japan — 2 in all — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.

Toshiba recalls Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs in 41 laptop models sold from 2011-2016 due to overheating risks. Affected units may cause burns or fires. Consumers must stop using and replace batteries immediately.

Toshiba recalls Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs in 39 laptop models due to overheating risks. Affected units have part numbers starting with G71C. Consumers should stop using and replace with free battery.
Complaints and injury reports the public filed with federal agencies, linked to Panasonic, of Japan’s recalls — unedited excerpts.
The firm has received five reports of the battery pack overheating and melting, including one additional report since the first recall announcement. No injuries have been reported.
The firm has received four reports of the battery packs overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.