Product Recall Number: 12-063
Why was Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Battery Packs recalled?
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 12-063
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2011-12-20
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Battery Packs
Description: This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools. The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly.
Hazard Description: The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: New Instructions
Units: About 111,800
Incidents: BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.
Sold At: BatteriesPlus retail stores nationwide and online at www.batteriesplus.com between June 2008 and October 2011 for about $60.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed