Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled by GeoManGear Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Magicshine Series I and Series II lithium-ion batteries. The batteries were sold with bicycle light sets with the following models: Magicshine 900 Lumen (MJ-808), 1400 Lumen (MJ-816) and Tail light (MJ818). The batteries were also sold separately. The Series I battery comes in a nylon pack enclosure and the Series II in an aluminum pack enclosure inserted into a fabric sleeve. The model number is found on the product packaging. The Magicshine logo is found on the sleeve covering of the Series II battery.. Recalled by Shenzhen Minjun Electronic Co. Ltd., dba Magicshine, China. Units affected: About 16,600 in the United States and 1,500 in Canada.

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries. The company is notifying all known consumers. Consumers who have purchased the recalled batteries from GeoManGear and have not been contacted should visit www.MagicshineBatteryRecall.com to register to receive a free replacement battery.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 19, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11734.