CPSC2016-04-19
Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard
Brunton Outdoor Inc., of Louisville, Colo.
Hazard
The power packs' lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Sold at
Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, REI, The Clymb and other outdoor equipment retailers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.backcountry.com, www.bhphotovideo.com, www.forestry-suppliers.com, and www.opticsplanet.com from February 2011 through May 2015 for about $300.
Affected count
About 1,050 in the U.S. (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of battery packs overheating and catching on fire; with one incident resulting in about $25,000 of property damage and another one in a garage burning down with property and smoke damage to the adjacent residence. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Rechargeable battery packs
Consumer contact
Brunton Outdoor at 800-443-4871 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.brunton.com and click on Impel Charger Product Recall the top or bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Brunton-Outdoors-Recalls-Battery-PacksDon't want to check this manually?
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