CPSC recall · Reported April 20, 2006
HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled The recalled lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are used with various HP and Compaq noteb….
HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 20, 2006. Reason: An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fi…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determ…. Verify recall #06145 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fi….
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- agency class
- April 20, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06145 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 lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are used with various HP and Compaq notebook computers. The recalled batteries are a subset of those manufactured in early January 2005, and will have a bar code label starting with L3. HP and Compaq Notebook Model Series that may contain a recalled battery include: HP Pavilion Family dv1xxx ze2xxx HP Compaq Family nx48xx Compaq Presario Family V2xxx M2xxx The notebook model is located on the display screen bezel or in the labeling on the bottom of the notebook.
Reason for recall
An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determine if the specific battery is one of the ones being recalled, and if it is, receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the notebook until a replacement battery arrives.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06145 |
| Date reported | April 20, 2006 |
| Date initiated | April 20, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 4,100 (about 15,700 batteries worldwide) |
| 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 should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determine if the specific battery is one of th…
- Check the recall number (06145) 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
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