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CPSC recall · Reported June 19, 2007

Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.

Recall #
07219
Affected scope
About 14,000
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Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif. recalled The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gat… - a moderate-severity action.

Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif. in June 19, 2007. Reason: These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an int…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to r…. Verify recall #07219 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an int….

Moderate
severity level
June 19, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07219 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07219) was formally reported on June 19, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 14,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect. 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 should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the syste… - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 14,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and "made by SMP" are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack.

Reason for recall

These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07219
Date reported June 19, 2007
Date initiated June 19, 2007
Recalling firm Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Affected scope About 14,000
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 should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers …

  • Check the recall number (07219) 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 battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and "made by SMP" are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack.. Recalled by Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif.. Units affected: About 14,000.
Why was this product recalled?
These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07219.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07219) 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.

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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 June 19, 2007. 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.