Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 78,000 (In addition, about 5,500 were sold in Canada) units
Home electronics Recall No. 18-094 Published February 6, 2018

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Laptops (5th Generation)

An unfastened screw can damage the battery causing ovearheating, posing a fire hazard. Manufactured by Lenovo PC and sold at Lenovo.com, CDW, Insight, Connection, Zones, and to other PC resellers from December 2016 – November 2017 for $1,100 to $2,600.

Photo of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen.) Silver Version
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Photo of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen.) Silver Version

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

An unfastened screw can damage the battery causing ovearheating, posing a fire hazard.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

There have been no reports of overheating in the United States.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately visit https://support.lenovo.com/X1C_5GEN_RECALL to see if their laptop is included in the recall and for assistance in locating the nearest authorized repair center for inspection and repair. If the laptop is included in the recall, stop using it immediately.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerLenovo PC, of Hong Kong
UnitsAbout 78,000 (In addition, about 5,500 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atLenovo.com, CDW, Insight, Connection, Zones, and to other PC resellers
Sales periodDecember 2016 – November 2017
Price$1,100 to $2,600
Category Home electronics

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-426-7378

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