Modular Robotics Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Due to Burn Hazard

Rechargeable battery packs

Date of Recall

2020-04-30

CPSC Release Number

20-115

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 2,400

Importer

Modular Robotics Inc., of Boulder, Colo. and Dexter Industries, of Restin, W.V.

Sold By

Online at Dexterindustries.com from March 2018 through January 2020 for about $38.

Problem/Hazard

The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

Modular Robotics has received four reports of the rechargeable battery packs smoking and overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This battery pack was sold individually, and also within Classroom Kits and GoPiGo and BrickPi robotic bundles. It is a 9.6V 2000Ah NiMH battery pack with Max Charge Current 2A and is wrapped in black plastic. "Dexter Industries Rechargeable Battery Pack" is printed on a white label on the battery pack.

Remedy

Replace

Consumer Contact

Modular Robotics toll-free 24 hour hotline at 877-233-6859, or visit the firm's website at www.dexterindustries.com and click on Recall for more information.

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