Acer Recalls 22,000 Notebook Computers

On January 7, 21010, Acer and, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, announced the recall of 22,000 notebook computers. The recalled Aspire models are the Acer AS3410, AS3410T, AS3810T, AS3810TG, AS3810TZ and AS3810TZG.

An internal microphone wire, located under the palm rest, can short circuit and overheat potentially causing burns.
Acer has received three reports of computers short circuiting, resulting in slight melting of the external casing. None of these incidents occurred in the United States, and no injuries have been reported.

If you own one of these computers, you should stop using it and contact Acer who will provide you with a free repair. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Division