CPSCApril 25, 2007consumer

Acer America Corporation Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires

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

The hazard

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

What to do

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

Brands named

acer inc of taiwan computerssony energy devices corp of japan battery cellsacer americaacer
Read the official CPSC notice →

Recall history

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