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CPSC, Dell Announce Recall of Batteries for Notebook-Computers

Reported: October 13, 2000 Initiated: October 13, 2000 #01013

Product Description

The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude CPiA, CPiR, CPtC, CPtS, CPtV, CPxH and CPxJ, and Inspiron 3700 and 3800. The batteries also were sold separately, including in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the front-left and/or front-right of the computer. "DELLTM" and "MADE IN JAPAN" are written on the batteries. The batteries' identification number is written on a white sticker. Consumers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.

Reason for Recall

These batteries can short circuit, even when the battery is not in use, causing them to become very hot, release smoke and possibly catch fire.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Dell immediately to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude CPiA, CPiR, CPtC, CPtS, CPtV, CPxH and CPxJ, and Inspiron 3700 and 3800. The batteries also were sold separately, including in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the front-left and/or front-right of the computer. "DELLTM" and "MADE IN JAPAN" are written on the batteries. The batteries' identification number is written on a white sticker. Consumers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.. Units affected: About 27,000.
Why was this product recalled?
These batteries can short circuit, even when the battery is not in use, causing them to become very hot, release smoke and possibly catch fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact Dell immediately to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 13, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01013.