BatteriesPlus Expands Recall of Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard
This recall was issued August 30, 2012.
- Posted
- August 30, 2012
- Recall Number
- 12267
- Quantity
- About 65,300 (about 111,800 were recalled in December 2011).
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.
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Incidents & Injuries
BatteriesPlus has received three additional reports since the previous recall of exploding batteries, including one report of an injury to a consumer's finger.