[Recalled] Lithium-ion batteries used in HP notebook computers — This expanded recall involves lithium-ion batteries containing Panasonic cells… | CPSC 2017-01-24
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Lithium-ion batteries used in HP notebook computers |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 17071 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 24 January 2017 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This expanded recall involves lithium-ion batteries containing Panasonic cells that are used in HP notebook computers. The batteries are compatible with HP, Compaq, HP ProBook, HP ENVY, Compaq Presario, and HP Pavilion notebook computers. HP has expanded the number of recalled batteries, which were shipped with notebook computers sold between March 2013 and October 2016. The black batteries measure about 8 to 10.5 inches long, 2 inches wide and about 1 inch high. The battery bar code is printed on the back of the battery. "HP Notebook Battery" and the model number are printed on the battery. The batteries included in this expanded recall have bar codes starting with: 6BZLU, 6CGFK, 6CGFQ, 6CZMB, 6DEMA, 6DEMH, 6DGAL and 6EBVA. Hazards: The batteries 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.
What to do if you own this product
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