CPSC, Dell Computer Corp. Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-05-03 · 01140
Hazards
These batteries can overcharge, causing them to become very hot, release smoke, and possibly catch fire.
Recall
Number
01140
Date
2001-05-03
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Dell Inspiron 5000 Battery Modules
Companies
Retailer(s)
Dell sold these batteries nationwide through catalogs and over the Internet, from January 2000 through March 2001. The computers with these batteries were sold for between $2,100 and $3,100, and individual batteries were sold for between $100 and $130.
Importer(s)
Dell Computer Corp., of Round Rock, Texas
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
The recalled batteries were sold in Dell Inspiron 5000 and 5000e notebook computers and sold separately for use in both of these systems. The words, "DELL," "MADE IN JAPAN," and "Inspiron 5000 Battery Module" are printed on the top of the batteries. An identification number is written on a colored sticker at the rear of the battery. Those batteries that have colored stickers containing either the number "99" or the series "00 51" or less, and the letter "P" in the first line, are being recalled.