[Recalled] Batteries in refurbished cellphones — This recall involves batteries placed into refurbished AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note… | CPSC 2017-08-16
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Recall details
| Product | Batteries in refurbished cellphones |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 17762 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 16 August 2017 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves batteries placed into refurbished AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4 cellphones by FedEx Supply Chain and distributed as replacement phones through AT&T's Insurance program only. FedEx and Samsung have determined that some of the recalled batteries are counterfeit and show anomalies that can lead the batteries to overheat. The batteries are non-OEM, which means they were not supplied as original equipment by the phone's manufacturer, Samsung. Hazards: The cellphone battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
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