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CPSC, Dell Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries

Reported: December 16, 2005 Initiated: December 16, 2005 #06056

Product Description

The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision™ M20 and M70 mobile workstations. The batteries were also sold separately, including as secondary batteries and in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the battery bay located on the underside of the notebook. "Dell" and "Made in Japan" or "Made in China" are stamped on the batteries. The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker. Customers 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 overheat, which could pose a fire risk.

Remedy

Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should immediately stop using the battery as a power source for their notebook computer. Dell will provide a free replacement battery.

Details

Units Affected
About 22,000 in the U.S.
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Dell-Announce-Recall-of-Notebook-Computer-Batteries

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision™ M20 and M70 mobile workstations. The batteries were also sold separately, including as secondary batteries and in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the battery bay located on the underside of the notebook. "Dell" and "Made in Japan" or "Made in China" are stamped on the batteries. The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker. Customers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.. Recalled by Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas. Units affected: About 22,000 in the U.S..
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.
What should consumers do? ▼
Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should immediately stop using the battery as a power source for their notebook computer. Dell will provide a free replacement battery.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 16, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06056.

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