Light & Motion Recalls Bicycle Light Batteries for Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-10-17). Hazards: fire, burn. About 1,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07008 |
| Published | 2006-10-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | ARC Lithium-Ion Bicycle Light Batteries |
| Firm named in the title | Light & Motion |
| Firms | GP Batteries International Ltd., of Singapore (manufacturer); Gold Peak Industries (North America), Inc. of San Diego, Calif. (importer); Light & Motion, of Monterey, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,700 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized bicycle dealers nationwide from November 2003 through October 2004 for about $500. |
Description
The recalled batteries are found in Light & Motion 2004 ARC Li-Ion HID lighting systems. The lights are black with "ARC" and "LIGHT & MOTION" written in yellow letters. The recall includes only batteries with a manufacturer date code of 1003 or 1103. The date code is stamped on the bottom of the battery and "LIGHT & MOTION" is printed on the side of the battery.
Hazard
The battery can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard to users.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and return the battery to Light & Motion for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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