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Gaming System Batteries and Recharging Station Recalled by LeapFrog Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: October 23, 2008 Initiated: October 23, 2008 #09024

Product Description

The Recharging Station comes with two rechargeable batteries, an AC adapter, and a recharging base. The recharging base is white with a green indicator light on the bottom. The Recharging Station for Didj was sold as item number 30676, which is printed on the box and on the bottom of the recharging base.

Reason for Recall

The rechargeable batteries included with the Recharging Station can overheat if the gaming system is placed into the recharging base upside down, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries and contact LeapFrog for a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Recharging Station comes with two rechargeable batteries, an AC adapter, and a recharging base. The recharging base is white with a green indicator light on the bottom. The Recharging Station for Didj was sold as item number 30676, which is printed on the box and on the bottom of the recharging base.. Recalled by LeapFrog Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif.. Units affected: About 35,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The rechargeable batteries included with the Recharging Station can overheat if the gaming system is placed into the recharging base upside down, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries and contact LeapFrog for a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 23, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09024.