Lenmar Enterprises Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold for Cordless Phones Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Rechargeable Batteries for Cordless Phones

Date of Recall
2010-01-12

CPSC Release Number
10-715

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 1,400

Manufacturer
Great Power Battery Co., of China

Importer
Lenmar Enterprises, of Camarillo, Calif.

Problem/Hazard
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received six reports of batteries overheating, resulting in deformation of phones. No injuries have been reported.

Description
The recall involves the rechargeable batteries with the model number CB0217 2.4 volt 1500 mAh NiMH. Only batteries with date code 0809 are affected by this recall. The date code can be found on the back of the battery. The batteries were sold as replacement batteries for the following phones:

AT&T Motorola Qwest V-Tech
2401 BY03L QW-2422 2420
2462 MD60 QW-2652 2422
5840 MD671
E2562 MD680
MD681

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Lenmar to receive a free replacement.

Consumer Contact
Consumers can contact Lenmar at (800) 424-2703 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company’s Web site at www.Lenmar.com

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