CPSC2011-10-21
Electric Motion Systems, LLC Recalls Lithium-Poly Battery Pack Due to Fire Hazard
Electric Motion Systems LLC of Dulles, Va.
Hazard
The battery can overheat and catch fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the battery packs. Dispose of the battery packs according to federal, state and/or local regulations. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Sold at
Bike shops nationwide and the company's website, from October 2009 through November 2010. Batteries sold for between $900 and $1,000 and the E+ Flex Kits were sold for between $2,325 and $2,675.
Affected count
About 70
Injuries reported
The company was aware of three reports of the battery catching fire. One incident resulted in a consumer receiving minor burns.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Dispose
Products
Rechargeable lithium-poly battery
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Electric-Motion-Systems-LLC-Recalls-Lithium-Poly-Battery-Pack-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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