HP Expands Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
This recall was issued May 27, 2011.
- Posted
- May 27, 2011
- Recall Number
- 11234
- Quantity
- About 162,600 additional batteries (54,000 and 70,000 batteries were previously recalled in May 2010 and May 2009, respectively)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat and rupture, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately remove the batteries from their notebook computer and contact HP to determine if their battery is included in this recall. Consumers who had previously checked their batteries and were informed they were not included in previous announcements are urged to check again. Consumers with recalled batteries will receive 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.
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Incidents & Injuries
Since the May 2010 recall expansion, HP has received 40 additional reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured, resulting in seven burn injuries, one smoke inhalation injury, and 36 instances of property damage.