Lenmar Enterprises Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold for Cordless Phones Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-01-12 · 10715
Hazards
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
10715
Date
2010-01-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rechargeable Batteries for Cordless Phones
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Great Power Battery Co., of China
Retailer(s)
Electrical product distributors and retailers nationwide and at Lenmar.com from July 2009 through August 2009 for about $18.
Importer(s)
Lenmar Enterprises, of Camarillo, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall involves the rechargeable batteries with the model number CB0217 2.4 volt 1500 mAh NiMH. Only batteries with date code 0809 are affected by this recall. The date code can be found on the back of the battery. The batteries were sold as replacement batteries for the following phones: AT&T 2401 2462 5840 E2562 Motorola BY03L MD60 MD671 MD680 MD681 Qwest QW-2422 QW-2652 V-Tech 2420 2422