Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported January 23, 2004
CPSC, Kyocera Wireless Corp. Announce Recall of Batteries in Smartphone Cell Phones
The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif. recalled The recalled batteries are included in Kyocera model 7135 Smartphone cell phones. The bla… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Kyocera Wireless Corp. Announce Recall of Batteries in Smartphone Cell Phones was recalled by Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif. in January 23, 2004. Reason: The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to…. Remedy: Consumers with the recalled units should immediately stop using the battery in the cell p…. Verify recall #04068 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 140K units
- affected scope
- January 23, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04068 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #04068) was formally reported on January 23, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 140,000, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers with the recalled units should immediately stop using the battery in the cell phone. Kyocera Wireless will contact consumers to arrange for delivery of a free replacement battery. If consum… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Electronics recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 609 electronics recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
140,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled batteries are included in Kyocera model 7135 Smartphone cell phones. The black and silver flip-up phones say "Kyocera" at the top of the screen. The recalled batteries have the red and white Kyocera name printed on the front and a product code ending with -05 printed on the underside
Reason for recall
The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with the recalled units should immediately stop using the battery in the cell phone. Kyocera Wireless will contact consumers to arrange for delivery of a free replacement battery. If consumers are not contacted by Kyocera by Feb. 6, they are asked to contact the firm to receive the free replacement battery. The batteries should be stored in an environment with non-flammable materials.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04068 |
| Date reported | January 23, 2004 |
| Date initiated | January 23, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif. |
| Affected scope | 140,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers with the recalled units should immediately stop using the battery in the cell phone. Kyocera Wireless will contact cons…
- Check the recall number (04068) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled batteries are included in Kyocera model 7135 Smartphone cell phones. The black and silver flip-up phones say "Kyocera" at the top of the screen. The recalled batteries have the red and white Kyocera name printed on the front and a product code ending with -05 printed on the underside. Recalled by Coslight International Group, of Hong Kong, manufactured the batteries for Kyocera Wireless Corp., of San Diego, Calif.. Units affected: 140,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled batteries can short-circuit and erupt with force or emit excessive heat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers with the recalled units should immediately stop using the battery in the cell phone. Kyocera Wireless will contact consumers to arrange for delivery of a free replacement battery. If consumers are not contacted by Kyocera by Feb. 6, they are asked to contact the firm to receive the free replacement battery. The batteries should be stored in an environment with non-flammable materials.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 23, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04068.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (04068) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
Projecting LED Finger Light Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory…
Shenzhen Bopu Product Design Co., Ltd., dba POPOOO, of China · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Failure to Al…
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Raychy Children's Light Sneakers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandat…
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Super Off-Road Solar Power Banks Recalled Due to Overheating; Imported by Spector & Co.
· 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
School Specialty Recalls Tip Restraint Kits Included in Childcraft Furniture Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death fro…
School Specialty, LLC, of Greenville, Wisconsin · 2026-06-11
Compare this recall with Projecting LED Finger Light Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Se… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported January 23, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.