Rayovac NI-CD and NI-MH battery packs for cordless tools may explode unexpectedly. Consumers should stop using and return them for store credit.
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Rayovac battery packs for cordless tools are being recalled because they can explode unexpectedly. This hazard could cause injury, so users should stop using the batteries immediately.
The battery packs can explode unexpectedly while in use, which may cause injury. This risk occurs because the batteries are designed for cordless tools and can overheat or malfunction.
Owners of Rayovac battery packs for cordless tools like Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, and other brands are affected. Users with these batteries are at risk of injury if the packs explode.
Look for Rayovac battery packs with part numbers starting with 'CTL' printed in white lettering. These packs were sold for cordless tools from Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, and other brands.
Immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools.
Contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on returning the product for a store credit.
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.
These batteries were sold as replacements for Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Lincoln, Milwaukee, Panasonic, Ryobi, and Skil tools.
Look for Rayovac battery packs with part numbers starting with 'CTL' printed in white lettering.
Stop using the batteries immediately and return them to BatteriesPlus for a store credit.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Rayovac to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1131 — Rayovac Rayovac NI-CD and Rayovac NI-MH Cordless Tool Battery Packs Hello, I own a Rayovac NI-CD and Rayovac NI-MH Cordless Tool Battery Packs that is covered by recall 1131 from Rayovac. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
