CPSC, Hewlett-Packard Company Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact HP to arrange for a free replacement battery, by visiting the Battery Replacement program Web site or by calling HP. After removing the recalled battery for their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the notebook until a replacement battery arrives.
Brands named
Recall history
Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.
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- CPSCCPSC and Morpher Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Recalling Firm is Unable to Conduct Recall (Recall Alert)2020-08-27
- CPSCCPSC and Crown Darts UK Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Banned Lawn Dart Sets; Recalling Firm is Unable to Conduct Recall2020-08-12
- CPSCCPSC, NHTSA and Britax Announce Recall of Infant Car Seats Due to Fall Hazard2016-01-21
- CPSCHewlett-Packard Recalls Notebook Computer AC Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards2014-08-26
- CPSCHP Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire and Burn Hazards2012-02-02
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