CPSC2009-04-02
Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard
Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
Hazard
While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.
Sold at
Best Buy stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $100.
Affected count
About 1,400
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of fires resulting in minor property damage. No injuries reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Rocketfish Model RF-INV80 Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Best Buy at (800) 233-0462 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bestbuy.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Best-Buy-Announces-the-Recall-of-Certain-Rocketfish-Universal-Portable-Power-Sources-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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