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CPSC recall · Reported August 24, 2006

Apple Announces Recall of Batteries Used in Previous iBook and PowerBook Computers Due to Fire Hazard

These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
06245
Affected scope
About 1.1 million battery packs (an additional 700,000 battery packs were sold outside the U.S.)
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Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan recalled The recalled lithium-ion batteries were used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook ….

Apple Announces Recall of Batteries Used in Previous iBook and PowerBook Computers Due to… was recalled by Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan in August 24, 2006. Reason: These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arran…. Verify recall #06245 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan issued this CPSC recall-These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06245 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.

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Product description

The recalled lithium-ion batteries were used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. Consumers should remove the battery from the computer to view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the unit. Computer model name Battery model number Battery serial numbers 12-inch iBook G4 A1061 ZZ338 through ZZ4273K429 through 3K6116C519 through 6C552 12-inch PowerBook G4 A1079 ZZ411 through ZZ4273K428 through 3K611 15-inch PowerBook G4 A1078 and A1148 3K425 through 3K6016N530 through 6N5516N601 No other Apple notebook computers are involved in this recall.

Reason for recall

These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.

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 06245
Date reported August 24, 2006
Date initiated August 24, 2006
Recalling firm Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan
Affected scope About 1.1 million battery packs (an additional 700,000 battery packs were sold outside 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

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of ch…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled lithium-ion batteries were used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. Consumers should remove the battery from the computer to view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the unit. Computer model name Battery model number Battery serial numbers 12-inch iBook G4 A1061 ZZ338 through ZZ4273K429 through 3K6116C519 through 6C552 12-inch PowerBook G4 A1079 ZZ411 through ZZ4273K428 through 3K611 15-inch PowerBook G4 A1078 and A1148 3K425 through 3K6016N530 through 6N5516N601 No other Apple notebook computers are involved in this recall.. Recalled by Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan. Units affected: About 1.1 million battery packs (an additional 700,000 battery packs were sold outside the U.S.).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 24, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06245.
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.

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