CPSC recall · Reported June 24, 2004
CPSC, Verizon Wireless Announce Recall of Counterfeit Cell Phone Batteries
Some LG-branded TM-510 batteries may be counterfeit and susceptible to overcharging, especially if used with a non-LG charger. LG Infocomm U.S.A. Inc. states that these are counte…
Verizon Wireless of Bedminster, N.j. recalled The recalled batteries can be found in LG TM-510 model cell phones, have a manufacturer/d….
CPSC, Verizon Wireless Announce Recall of Counterfeit Cell Phone Batteries was recalled by Verizon Wireless of Bedminster, N.j. in June 24, 2004. Reason: Some LG-branded TM-510 batteries may be counterfeit and susceptible to overcharging, especially if used with …. Remedy: Consumers with a LG TM510 cell phone battery having one of the identified manufacturer/da…. Verify recall #04559 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Verizon Wireless of Bedminster, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-Some LG-branded TM-510 batteries may be counterfeit and susceptible to overcharging, especially if used with ….
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- June 24, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04559 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled batteries can be found in LG TM-510 model cell phones, have a manufacturer/date code of "AEMLLL 02220," AEMMHH 02220," "AEMLLL 02X25H" or "AEMMHH 02725" and were distributed by Verizon Wireless. The manufacturer/date code can be found on the battery, below the words, "Model/Modelo" or "LG." The phone's model number appears on the back side of the phone beneath the battery. The cell phones, which come in black or silver, may have the Verizon Wireless name on the front.
Reason for recall
Some LG-branded TM-510 batteries may be counterfeit and susceptible to overcharging, especially if used with a non-LG charger. LG Infocomm U.S.A. Inc. states that these are counterfeit LG-branded batteries, which do not contain a safety device in the circuitry, to prevent overcharging. In turn, the counterfeit batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to users.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with a LG TM510 cell phone battery having one of the identified manufacturer/date codes and purchased from Verizon Wireless should stop charging the battery immediately and contact Verizon Wireless to receive a replacement battery. Verizon Wireless is sending letters directly to consumers notifying them of this hazard.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04559 |
| Date reported | June 24, 2004 |
| Date initiated | June 24, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Verizon Wireless of Bedminster, N.j. |
| Affected scope | About 50,000 |
| 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 a LG TM510 cell phone battery having one of the identified manufacturer/date codes and purchased from Verizon Wire…
- Check the recall number (04559) 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.
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