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CPSC recall · Reported February 8, 2018

Fujitsu Recalls Battery Packs for Fujitsu Notebook Computers and Workstations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Recall #
18096
Affected scope
About 5,800 in the U.S. and 606 in Canada
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Fujitsu Limited (Computers) recalled This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs for these Fujitsu notebook compu….

Fujitsu Recalls Battery Packs for Fujitsu Notebook Computers and Workstations Due to Fire… was recalled by Fujitsu Limited (Computers) in February 8, 2018. Reason: The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop,…. Verify recall #18096 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Fujitsu Limited (Computers) issued this CPSC recall-The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers..

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February 8, 2018
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18096 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

This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs for these Fujitsu notebook computers and workstations: CELSIUS H720, LIFEBOOK E752, E733, E743, E753, P702, P772, S710, S752, S762, T732, T734, and T902. Recalled battery pack product numbers are CP556150-03, CP579060-01 and CP629458-03. The product and serial numbers are printed on a white sticker on the battery. Serial numbers included in the recall are: Recalled Battery Pack Part and Serial Numbers Product Number (P/N) Serial Numbers The first 7 characters The last 7 characters CP556150-03 Z130119 All Z130120 000038Z - 004207Z Z130131 - Z130205 All CP579060-01 Z130129 All Z130130 All Z130131 000089Z - 000662Z Z130221 All Z130304 000045Z - 000563Z 001210Z - 001963Z 002302Z - 002847Z Z130306 000017Z - 000524Z CP629458-03 Z130301 - Z130407 All

Reason for recall

The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructions to obtain a free replacement battery pack. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers should use the laptop by plugging in AC power only.

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 18096
Date reported February 8, 2018
Date initiated February 8, 2018
Recalling firm Fujitsu Limited (Computers)
Affected scope About 5,800 in the U.S. and 606 in Canada
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 stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructi…

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  • 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? ▼
This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs for these Fujitsu notebook computers and workstations: CELSIUS H720, LIFEBOOK E752, E733, E743, E753, P702, P772, S710, S752, S762, T732, T734, and T902. Recalled battery pack product numbers are CP556150-03, CP579060-01 and CP629458-03. The product and serial numbers are printed on a white sticker on the battery. Serial numbers included in the recall are: Recalled Battery Pack Part and Serial Numbers Product Number (P/N) Serial Numbers The first 7 characters The last 7 characters CP556150-03 Z130119 All Z130120 000038Z - 004207Z Z130131 - Z130205 All CP579060-01 Z130129 All Z130130 All Z130131 000089Z - 000662Z Z130221 All Z130304 000045Z - 000563Z 001210Z - 001963Z 002302Z - 002847Z Z130306 000017Z - 000524Z CP629458-03 Z130301 - Z130407 All. Recalled by Fujitsu Limited (Computers). Units affected: About 5,800 in the U.S. and 606 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructions to obtain a free replacement battery pack. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers should use the laptop by plugging in AC power only.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 8, 2018. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18096.
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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