Lenmar Enterprises · Recalled
Lenmar Enterprises Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold for Cordless Phones Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 1,400
- Reports
- 6
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $18
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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
The file
- Sold at
- Electrical product distributors and retailers nationwide and at Lenmar.com from July 2009 through August 2009 for about $18.
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Great Power Battery Co., of China, Lenmar Enterprises, of Camarillo, Calif.
Incident log
The firm has received six reports of batteries overheating, resulting in deformation of phones. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Lenmar to receive a free replacement.
Consumers can contact Lenmar at (800) 424-2703 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.Lenmar.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 12 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.