HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-04-20 · 06145
Hazards
An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Recall
Number
06145
Date
2006-04-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
HP Pavilion and Compaq Notebook Computer Batteries
Companies
Retailer(s)
National and regional computer and electronics stores, online stores, and at hp.com and hpshopping.com, from January 2005 through December 2005, for between $1,000 and $3,000. The battery packs also were sold separately for between $100 and $130.
Importer(s)
Hewlett-Packard Company, of Palo Alto, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are used with various HP and Compaq notebook computers. The recalled batteries are a subset of those manufactured in early January 2005, and will have a bar code label starting with L3. HP and Compaq Notebook Model Series that may contain a recalled battery include: HP Pavilion Family dv1xxx ze2xxx HP Compaq Family nx48xx Compaq Presario Family V2xxx M2xxx The notebook model is located on the display screen bezel or in the labeling on the bottom of the notebook.