CPSC2009-05-14
HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Hewlett-Packard Co., of Palo Alto, Calif.
Hazard
The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled battery from their notebook computer and contact HP to determine if their battery is included in the recall and to request a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers may use the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.
Sold at
Computer and electronics stores nationwide, hp.com and hpshopping.com from August 2007 through March 2008 for between $500 and $3000. The battery packs were also sold separately for between $100 and $160.
Affected count
About 70,000
Injuries reported
The firm and CPSC are aware of two reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured, resulting in flames/fire that caused minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook computers
Consumer contact
For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program Web site at http://www.hp.com/support/BatteryReplacement or call (800) 889-2031 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/HP-Recalls-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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