CPSCMay 21, 2010consumer

HP Expands Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Recalled product: HP Expands Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

The hazard

The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove the batteries referenced above from their notebook computer and contact HP to determine if their battery is included in this recall (even if the battery was previously checked). Consumers with recalled batteries will receive 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. HP recommends that only batteries obtained from HP or an HP authorized reseller be used with HP notebook PCs.

Brands named

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Recall history

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