CPSC, Hewlett-Packard Company Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries
This recall was issued October 14, 2005.
- Posted
- October 14, 2005
- Recall Number
- 06007
- Quantity
- About 135,000 battery packs worldwide, including about 85,000 in the U.S.
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact HP to arrange for a free replacement battery, by visiting the Battery Replacement program Web site or by calling HP. After removing the recalled battery for their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the notebook until a replacement battery arrives.
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Incidents & Injuries
HP has received 16 reports of batteries overheating, including four in the U.S. No injuries have been reported. Four cases of minor property damage were reported, including one in the U.S.