HP Recalls Laptops over Battery Fire Risk

HP is recalling a range of its notebook and mobile workstation computers due to a risk that they could burst into flames due to overheating.

This is the second time the company has had to issue safety measures within the past three years. The problem affects a range of devices sold internationally between December 2015 and December 2017.

The recall comes after eight reports of batteries 'overheating, melting or charring,' according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

HP has not yet provided technical details about why the batteries may be overheating.

The firm said it is notifying customers and will provide a trained technician to replace the batteries free of charge.

In a written statement, a spokesperson for the company said:

"We recently learned that batteries provided by one of our suppliers for certain notebook computers and mobile workstations present a potential safety concern. We are taking immediate action to address this issue including a voluntary recall and replacement of the batteries.

"Batteries affected by this recall have the potential to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to customers. HP's primary concern is for the safety of our customers."

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