PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Recall 09035 · Oct 30, 2008 · Sony Energy Devices Corporation
35,000
units affected
35,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09035
- Date
- Oct 30, 2008
- Company
- Sony Energy Devices Corporation
- Units affected
- 35,000
- Product
- Lithium-Ion Batteries used in Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell Notebook Computers
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled batteries were included with, and sold separately for use in, the following notebook computer models: Computer Manufacturer Units Notebook Model Battery Model 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 The battery model is located on the battery's label.
What can happen
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- 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.
- Sold at
- Office supply stores, discount retailers, and various specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2008 for between $100 and $250.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled lithium-ion batteries used in hewlett-packard, toshiba and dell notebook computers?
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.
What is the hazard?
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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.