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Mophie Recalls iPod Touch Rechargeable External Battery Case Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: November 30, 2011 Initiated: November 30, 2011 #12049

Product Description

The recalled product is a Mophie Juice Pack Air rechargeable external battery which consists of a lithium polymer battery built into a plastic case designed to snap onto the back of an iPod Touch 4G music player. The battery cases come in black, blue or red. Only battery cases with serial numbers that have the first five alphanumeric characters of TR113 through TR120 are subject to this recall. The serial number can be found inside the housing of the product.

Reason for Recall

The battery case's integrated circuit switch can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Mophie for instructions on receiving a replacement product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled product is a Mophie Juice Pack Air rechargeable external battery which consists of a lithium polymer battery built into a plastic case designed to snap onto the back of an iPod Touch 4G music player. The battery cases come in black, blue or red. Only battery cases with serial numbers that have the first five alphanumeric characters of TR113 through TR120 are subject to this recall. The serial number can be found inside the housing of the product.. Units affected: About 6,118.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery case's integrated circuit switch can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Mophie for instructions on receiving a replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 30, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12049.