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    t440s cracked lid-due to hinge pressure

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by acctsw11, Jun 13, 2015.

  1. acctsw11

    acctsw11 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,

    Just wanted to share. The lid of my 1 1/2 year old t440s is cracking on both sides near the hinges. The plastic can not handle the pressure of opening and closing the tight lid. Never dropped or misused the computer. Put in a warranty claim (have the 3 year depot) and will have the box on Monday. I heard that they try to claim normal usage, so I may have to fight them.

    Anybody else have this?

    See link: https://onedrive.live.com/redir?res...authkey=!AHHORnr0t_5Tt1A&v=3&ithint=photo,jpg

    I am only showing the left side, but I also have a crack on the right.

    Regards, Stuart
     
    acctsw11, Jun 13, 2015
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I don't have a T450s, so I've not had this problem, but I think you're right that Lenovo will deny the claim.
     
    ZaZ, Jun 14, 2015
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  3. ajkula66

    ajkula66 Courage and Consequence

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    +1.

    If I were the OP I'd be gearing up for a fight...out of sheer priciple.

    Good luck.
     
    ajkula66, Jun 14, 2015
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    aiyapk Newbie

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    Have the exact same problem with my 1.5 year old T440s (20AR) as well. The cover has a hairline crack by both hinges. Usually I'm pretty careful with my laptops so I also like to think it's not normal wear and tear.

    Did Lenovo end up fixing this problem under warranty?
     
    aiyapk, Jul 8, 2015
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    ajkula66 Courage and Consequence

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    ajkula66, Jul 8, 2015
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