CPSCAugust 15, 2006consumer

Dell Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due To Fire Hazard

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

The hazard

These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Dell to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, ejecting the battery, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.

Brands named

sony energy devicesdelldell branded
Read the official CPSC notice →

Recall history

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