Frontrow Recalls to Replace Rechargeable Batteries Sold with PA System Microphones Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-03-03 · 09725
Hazards
The batteries can rapidly overheat, posing a burn hazard to the user.
Recall
Number
09725
Date
2009-03-03
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
NIMH AA Rechargeable Batteries
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Gold Peak Industries, of San Diego, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Frontrow distributors nationwide from June 2005 through December 2008 for about $7 for the battery only and about $300 when sold with the transmitter.
Distributor(s)
Frontrow, of Petaluma, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled 2400-mAH NIMH batteries are used in the 930TM, 930HT and 940TM public announcement system microphones. Only batteries with part number 374-30-400-00, printed on the light green sleeve of the battery, are included in the recall.