PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Lithium-Ion Batteries used in Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell Notebook Computers |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, October 30th, 2008
CPSC Release Number:
09-035
Manufactured In:
Japan
Units:
About 35,000 batteries (an additional 65,000 batteries were sold worldwide)
Manufacturer:
Sony Energy Devices Corporation, of Japan
Sold By:
Computers with the recalled batteries were sold directly by Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell, through computer and electronics stores nationwide, and through various Web retailers for between $700 and $3000. The batteries were also sold separately for between $100 and $160.
Problem/Hazard:
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Injuries/Incidents:
There have been 19 reports of the batteries overheating, including 17 reports of flames/fire (10 resulting in minor property damage). Two consumers experienced minor burns.
Description:
The recalled batteries were included with, and sold separately for use in, the following notebook computer models:
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Computer Manufacturer | Units | Notebook Model | Battery Model |
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| Hewlett-Packard | About 32,000 | HP Pavilion: dv1000, dv8000 and zd8000
Compaq Presario: v2000 and v2400
HP Compaq: nc6110, nc6120, nc6140, nc6220, nc6230,
nx4800, nx4820, nx6110, nx6120, nx9600 | Recalled batteries will have a bar code
label starting with A0, L0, L1 or GC |
| Toshiba | About 3,000 | Satellite: A70/A75, P30/P5, M30X/M35X, M50/M55
Tecra: A3, A5, S2 | n/a |
| Dell | About 150 | Latitude: 110L
Inspiron: 1100, 1150, 5100, 5150, 5160 | OU091 |
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled battery from their notebook computer, and contact their computer manufacturer to determine if their battery is included in the recall and to request a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers may use the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives. Consumers should only use batteries obtained from their computer manufacturer or an authorized reseller.
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