# Asurion Recalls Counterfeit BlackBerry-branded Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2010-08-10 · 10752 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 10752
- **Date:** 2010-08-10
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Counterfeit BlackBerry®-branded cell phone batteries in refurbished devices

## Hazards

The counterfeit batteries can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

## Retailer(s)

Asurion, as part of their handset protection claim program nationwide from March 2004 through October 2009.

## Description

This recall involves only BlackBerry®-branded batteries provided with refurbished Blackberry®-branded devices. The refurbished devices were sent to consumers by Asurion through a handset protection program. The batteries were used across virtually all models of refurbished BlackBerry devices distributed by Asurion prior to November 1, 2009. Genuine Blackberry-branded batteries are not included in this recall. No other Asurion or BlackBerry products are involved in this recall.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Asurion-Recalls-Counterfeit-BlackBerry-branded-Batteries-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards)
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