HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 06145 · Apr 20, 2006 · Hp
4,100
units affected
4,100
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06145
- Date
- Apr 20, 2006
- Company
- Hp
- Units affected
- 4,100
- Product
- HP Pavilion and Compaq Notebook Computer Batteries
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are used with various HP and Compaq notebook computers. The recalled batteries are a subset of those manufactured in early January 2005, and will have a bar code label starting with L3. HP and Compaq Notebook Model Series that may contain a recalled battery include: HP Pavilion Family dv1xxx ze2xxx HP Compaq Family nx48xx Compaq Presario Family V2xxx M2xxx The notebook model is located on the display screen bezel or in the labeling on the bottom of the notebook.
What can happen
An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determine if the specific battery is one of the ones being recalled, and if it is, receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the notebook until a replacement battery arrives.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- HP has received 20 reports of batteries overheating, including two in the United States. One minor burn injury has been reported. Eleven cases of minor property damage were reported, including one in the United States.
- Sold at
- National and regional computer and electronics stores, online stores, and at hp.com and hpshopping.com, from January 2005 through December 2005, for between $1,000 and $3,000. The battery packs also were sold separately for between $100 and $130.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled hp pavilion and compaq notebook computer batteries?
Consumers should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determine if the specific battery is one of the ones being recalled, and if it is, receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power.
What is the hazard?
An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.