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Best Buy Recalls ATG Replacement Batteries for the MacBook Pro Due to Fire, Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

Reported: June 19, 2013 Initiated: June 19, 2013 #13739

Product Description

This recall involves both black and white ATG lithium-ion replacement batteries for MacBook Pro notebook computers. Model number "MC-MBOOK13B" is on the label of the black battery and model number "MC-BOOK13W" is on the label of the white battery. The ATG logo is on both batteries.

Reason for Recall

The battery can catch fire while charging.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery, remove it from the computer and contact Best Buy for a replacement Apple brand battery or a $50 Best Buy gift card as a full refund. Best Buy is contacting its customers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 5,100
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Best-Buy-Recalls-ATG-Replacement-Batteries-for-the-MacBook-Pro

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves both black and white ATG lithium-ion replacement batteries for MacBook Pro notebook computers. Model number "MC-MBOOK13B" is on the label of the black battery and model number "MC-BOOK13W" is on the label of the white battery. The ATG logo is on both batteries.. Units affected: About 5,100.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The battery can catch fire while charging.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery, remove it from the computer and contact Best Buy for a replacement Apple brand battery or a $50 Best Buy gift card as a full refund. Best Buy is contacting its customers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13739.

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