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CPSC recall · Reported June 5, 2008

Polycom, Inc. Recalls Wireless Conference Phone Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Recall #
08297
Affected scope
About 5,800 units
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Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif. recalled The recalled battery packs were supplied by Gold Peak Industries Ltd. and sold with Polyc… - a moderate-severity action.

Polycom, Inc. Recalls Wireless Conference Phone Batteries Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif. in June 5, 2008. Reason: The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless c…. Verify recall #08297 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard..

Moderate
severity level
June 5, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08297 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08297) was formally reported on June 5, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,800 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard. 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 immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless conference phone. Once the battery pack is removed, consumers can still use their conference phone by keeping t… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,800 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled battery packs were supplied by Gold Peak Industries Ltd. and sold with Polycom's SoundStation2W wireless conference phones from December 1, 2007 until May 2, 2008, and separately as replacement battery packs during the same time period. The SoundStation2W part numbers and SKU numbers are printed on the underside of the telephone and include the following models: Part Number SKU Number 2201-67800-022 2200-07800-001 2201-67880-022 2200-07880-001 SoundStation2W recalled battery pack part numbers, SKU numbers and date codes are as follows: Part Number SKU Number Date Code 1520-07803-003 2200-07803-002 GP1207, GP0108, GP0208, GP0308 (December 2007 through March 2008) 1520-07804-003 2200-07804-002 GP1207, GP0108, GP0208, GP0308 (December 2007 through March 2008) The battery packs have a black or white plastic coating and a white label with the following title: "RECHARGEABLE Li-ion BATTERY." The recalled battery pack part numbers can be found on the bottom right hand corner of the white label on the battery pack. The date code can be found to the left of the part number printed on the white label of the battery.

Reason for recall

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless conference phone. Once the battery pack is removed, consumers can still use their conference phone by keeping the charger plugged into the unit. Consumers should not attempt to use battery packs other than those supplied by Polycom in the unit. Consumers should contact Polycom for a free replacement battery pack.

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 08297
Date reported June 5, 2008
Date initiated June 5, 2008
Recalling firm Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif.
Affected scope About 5,800 units
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 immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless conference phone. Once the battery pack i…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled battery packs were supplied by Gold Peak Industries Ltd. and sold with Polycom's SoundStation2W wireless conference phones from December 1, 2007 until May 2, 2008, and separately as replacement battery packs during the same time period. The SoundStation2W part numbers and SKU numbers are printed on the underside of the telephone and include the following models: Part Number SKU Number 2201-67800-022 2200-07800-001 2201-67880-022 2200-07880-001 SoundStation2W recalled battery pack part numbers, SKU numbers and date codes are as follows: Part Number SKU Number Date Code 1520-07803-003 2200-07803-002 GP1207, GP0108, GP0208, GP0308 (December 2007 through March 2008) 1520-07804-003 2200-07804-002 GP1207, GP0108, GP0208, GP0308 (December 2007 through March 2008) The battery packs have a black or white plastic coating and a white label with the following title: "RECHARGEABLE Li-ion BATTERY." The recalled battery pack part numbers can be found on the bottom right hand corner of the white label on the battery pack. The date code can be found to the left of the part number printed on the white label of the battery.. Recalled by Polycom, Inc., of Pleasanton, Calif.. Units affected: About 5,800 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless conference phone. Once the battery pack is removed, consumers can still use their conference phone by keeping the charger plugged into the unit. Consumers should not attempt to use battery packs other than those supplied by Polycom in the unit. Consumers should contact Polycom for a free replacement battery pack.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 5, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08297.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08297) 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?
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