IBM monitors: G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (63,000 (in addition, 56,000 monitors were recalled in 2003))
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- LiteOn Technology, of Taipei, Taiwan
- Reason for Recall:
- The monitor's circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The monitor's circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using these monitors immediately and contact the IBM Repair Center to confirm whether their monitor is covered by the recall. Consumers with a recalled unit will receive a free inspection and repair or a replacement unit.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled IBM monitors include the G51 CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) and G51t Touch Screen CRT models. The G51 and G51t monitors have the following model numbers on a label on the back of the unit: 6541-02N, 6541-02E, 6541-02S, 6541-Q0N, 6541-Q0E, and 6541-Q0S. The label on the back of the recalled G51 models also has a date of manufacture between June 1997 and September 1998. The "IBM" logo can be found on the front of the units, which were manufactured in China, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(63,000 (in addition, 56,000 monitors were recalled in 2003))
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 03176