Toshiba recalls Satellite T135, T135D and Pro T130 laptops due to overheating at AC adapter plug causing burn risk. Download updated BIOS to fix or contact for repair.
The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Toshiba is recalling certain Satellite T135, T135D and Pro T130 laptops because they can overheat at the AC adapter plug, creating a burn hazard. This affects consumers who own these models and requires updating the BIOS or contacting Toshiba for repair.
The laptops can overheat at the AC adapter plug connection, potentially causing burns to users. This happens when the laptop's power system malfunctions and overheats during normal use.
Owners of Satellite T135, T135D or Pro T130 notebook computers are affected. Users who keep the laptops plugged in without BIOS updates may face burn risks.
Check for 'Toshiba' printed on the top of the laptop. Look for model numbers on the bottom label: Satellite T135, T135D or Pro T130.
Download the latest BIOS update from http://laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices to fix overheating issues.
If you don't have internet access, contact Toshiba to arrange for a free BIOS update installation.
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.
Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite Pro T130 notebook computers.
Look for 'Toshiba' on the top of the laptop and check the bottom label for model numbers: T135, T135D or Pro T130.
The updated BIOS will detect overheating and disable the laptop, showing a message to contact Toshiba for repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Toshiba to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 324 — Toshiba Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers Hello, I own a Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite ProT130 Notebook Computers that is covered by recall 324 from Toshiba. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
