Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-03-17). Hazards: fire, explosion. About 5,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10169 |
| Published | 2010-03-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Mobile Power Packs |
| Firms | Tumi, of South Plainfield, N.J. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, explosion |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Tumi retail stores, department and specialty stores nationwide and www.Tumi.com from August 2007 through March 2008 for $135. |
Description
The recalled Mobile Power Pack is a mobile device that receives an AC charge in a compact battery pack that will then give five DC charges to small electronic devices including mobile phones, MP-3 players, Blackberries, and PDAs. The power pack is black and silver and is rectangular in shape. The front of it has a small circular control panel. The front also displays the word "Tumi" engraved on a silver button located towards the bottom of the device. Style number 14362 is printed on the power pack packaging.
Hazard
The lithium-ion cells used in the Mobile Power Pack can ignite or explode while charging, posing a fire hazard. This hazard is only present for units that have not been charged.
Remedy
If the unit has not been used and has never been charged, please do not try to charge. Contact Tumi customer care for instructions on how to return the power pack and receive a free replacement power pack. If you have charged the unit previously without incident, you can continue to use the product.
Incidents and injuries
There were two reports of consumers experiencing small fires during their initial charge. No injuries were reported.
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