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ASUS Computer International Recalls ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Motherboards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards — CPSC recall 22201
Published notice; closure not supplied
The CPSC record supplies a notice and remedy, not a current closure determination.
Source date Aug 18, 2022. Retrieved Oct 1, 2026. Last updated Oct 1, 2026.
Archive changed Oct 1, 2026. USDA FSIS records are unavailable; check FSIS directly. Source coverage and dates.
What the record says
- Product
- This recall involves ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero computer motherboards sold separately for computers. The recalled motherboards have part number 90MB18E0-MVAAY0. Affected units have a serial number that starts with MA, MB, and MC, which indicates the manufacture year in 2021. The part number is located next to the 24-pin power connector on a white label on the bottom side of the motherboard and on the packaging. Detailed instructions to determine if the motherboard is included in this recall can be found on the firm's website at https://www.asus.com/support/rog-maximus-z690-hero-checking.
- Reason
- A capacitor on the motherboard was installed in a reverse position which can lead to a short circuit, overheating or melting, posing fire and burn hazards.
- Classification
- Not supplied
- Recalling firm
- Lite-On Vietnam Co. Ltd. (Cong Ty Tnhh Lite On Vietnam), of Vietnam; ASUS Computer International, of Fremont, California
- Quantity
- About 10,000
- Agency-reported status
- Published recall notice
- Source record identifier
- 22201
Lot and product identifiers
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Distribution
Not supplied
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Dates in the source
- Last publish date
- Aug 18, 2022
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