CPSC2010-08-10
Asurion Recalls Counterfeit BlackBerry-branded Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Asurion, of Smyrna, Tenn.
Hazard
The counterfeit batteries can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers who received refurbished BlackBerry devices through Asurion prior to November 1, 2009 should immediately stop using the product and contact Asurion for a replacement product. Asurion is directly contacting known consumers with the affected batteries to notify them of this recall.
Sold at
Asurion, as part of their handset protection claim program nationwide from March 2004 through October 2009.
Affected count
About 470,000
Injuries reported
Asurion has received two reports of counterfeit BlackBerry®-branded batteries overheating, causing minor burns to a consumer's finger and minor property damage to a sofa and car seat.
Products
Counterfeit BlackBerry®-branded cell phone batteries in refurbished devices
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Asurion toll-free at (866) 384-9175 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.001batex.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Asurion-Recalls-Counterfeit-BlackBerry-branded-Batteries-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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