CPSC2007-06-19
Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard
These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.
Sold at
Gateway's professional and direct distributors and Gateway Country stores nationwide from May 2003 through August 2003. The computers with these batteries sold for between $1,200 and $2,400 and individual batteries sold for between $60 and $90.
Affected count
About 14,000
Injuries reported
Gateway has received four reports of battery packs overheating, including minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Gateway Lithium-Ion Battery Packs
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gateway at (800) 292-6813 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT seven days a week or visit the company's Web site at www.gateway.com/battery
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Gateway-Inc-Recalls-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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