Electric Motion Systems, LLC Recalls Lithium-Poly Battery Pack Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-10-21 · 12702
Hazards
The battery can overheat and catch fire.
Recall
Number
12702
Date
2011-10-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rechargeable lithium-poly battery
Remedies
Options
Dispose
Companies
Retailer(s)
Bike shops nationwide and the company's website, from October 2009 through November 2010. Batteries sold for between $900 and $1,000 and the E+ Flex Kits were sold for between $2,325 and $2,675.
Importer(s)
Electric Motion Systems LLC of Dulles, Va.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled product is a black lithium-poly 37 volt, 10Ah battery used in electric bicycles and propulsion systems. The battery is 8.75 inches x 5.75 inches x 3.25 inches. "E+" appears on a label on the side of the battery. Recalled batteries have "EMS# 11819-101" at the top right of the label with a serial number between 10001 and 10200. The batteries were sold on their own and as part of the E+ Flex Kits. The kits are complete propulsion systems.