The HP Chromebook 11 was officially recalled today over concerns about overheating and melting chargers.
The HP Chromebook 11 was removed from store shelves and Google Play in November, and HP said at the time that it was working with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to figure out the best course of action.
The agency said today that Google has received nine reports of chargers overheating and melting during use, one of which resulted in a small burn to a consumer and another that damaged a pillow.
Customers should stop using the charger and contact Google for a free replacement by calling (866) 628-1371 between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. PT seven days a week, or online at chromebook.com. Click on the Chromebook link at the top of the page, and then click on Support for more information.
The Internet-based laptop was sold at Best Buy stores and BestBuy.com, Amazon.com, on Google Play, and via HP's website in October and November 2013. The CPSC said the recall affects about 145,000 units.
HP unveiled the colorful Chromebook 11 in October. It sold for an affordable $279.99, with a bright-colored plastic design that concealed a premium thermal-bonded magnesium chassis. The color combinations included several white designs accented with a rainbow of colors (variations on Google's blue, red, yellow and green), but a basic black option was also available.
In late November, Acer unveiled its first touch-screen Chromebook, the 11.6-inch C720P, which sells for $299. Last week, Dell also said it will release its own version of Google's laptop next month, the Dell Chromebook 11.
For more, check out PCMag's full review of the HP Chromebook 11 and the slideshow above.