9999 TOUGHBOOK 30 MAG Recall

Campaign:: 08E062000 on 10/19/2008
Component:: Equipment
Affected:: 125
Defect:: Gamber-johnson is recalling 125 aftermarket computer equipment docking stations, p/nos. 7160-0119, 7160-0119-01, 7160-0119-02, 7160-0120, 7160-0120-01, 7160-0120-03, 7170-0007, 7170-0007-01, 7170-0007-02, 7170-0008, 7170-0008-01, 7170-0008-02, sold between august 5 and september 30, 2008, for use in various motor vehicles. the docking handle, when pulled forward to dock and secure the computer in the docking station, may not catch and hold completely in place even though the handle is flush with the front surface of the docking station and even though an audible sound of engagement is heard. this can result in the latch mechanism disengaging while in operation.
Consequence:: If the latch mechanism disengaged, the equipment being secured could come loose in the vehicle in the event of a sudden stop or crash, possibly causing injury to the vehicle occupant(s).
Correction:: Gamber-johnson will notify owners and repair or replace the latching mechanism free of charge. the recall began on october 9, 2008. owners may contact gamber-johnson at 1-715-344-3482.
Notes:: Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.