CPSC, Dell Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries

These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.

Recall #: 06056
Affected scope: About 22,000 in the U.S.

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas recalled The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D4….

CPSC, Dell Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries was recalled by Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas in December 16, 2005. Reason: These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.. Remedy: Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of …. Verify recall #06056 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas issued this CPSC recall-These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk..

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agency class: December 16, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06056 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.

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.

Product description

The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision™ M20 and M70 mobile workstations. The batteries were also sold separately, including as secondary batteries and in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the battery bay located on the underside of the notebook. "Dell" and "Made in Japan" or "Made in China" are stamped on the batteries. The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker. Customers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.

Reason for recall

These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.

Remedy, what to do

Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should immediately stop using the battery as a power source for their notebook computer. Dell will provide a free replacement battery.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	06056
Date reported	December 16, 2005
Date initiated	December 16, 2005
Recalling firm	Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas
Affected scope	About 22,000 in the U.S.
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

Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should …

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.

What should consumers do? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 16, 2005. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06056.

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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.

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