BatteriesPlus Recalls Replacement Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-12-21). Hazards: explosion, injury. About 111,800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12063 |
| Published | 2011-12-21 |
| Last updated | 2015-02-19 |
| Product category | Batteries and Chargers |
| Products | Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Replacement Battery Packs |
| Firm named in the title | BatteriesPlus |
| Firms | BatteriesPlus LLC, of Hartland, Wis. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 111,800 |
| Hazard classes | explosion, injury |
| Remedy classes | new instructions, stop use |
| Sold | BatteriesPlus retail stores nationwide and online at www.batteriesplus.com between June 2008 and October 2011 for about $60. |
Description
This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools. "RAYOVAC," "NI-CD" and a part number beginning with "CTL" are printed in white lettering on the product. The battery packs were sold in voltages ranging between 2.4 and 18 volts in various sizes and shapes. They were sold as replacement batteries to the following brand tools: Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee, Panasonic, Ryobi and Skil.
Hazard
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.
Incidents and injuries
BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.
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