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PNY Recalls Portable Lithium Polymer Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: November 12, 2015 Initiated: November 12, 2015 #16032

Product Description

This recall involves portable lithium polymer battery packs with model number T10400 that are used to charge USB-enabled smartphones, tablets and other USB-powered devices. The batteries are black or gray hand-held devices, 4 inches x 2.75 inches x 0.75 inches, with two USB outputs and four blue LED lights. PNY is laser-printed along the bottom on the front of the battery.

Reason for Recall

Batteries can overheat and vent flames, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact PNY for a free replacement rechargeable battery.

Details

Units Affected
About 56,000 (in addition, about 800 sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/PNY-Recalls-Portable-Lithium-Polymer-Battery-Packs

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves portable lithium polymer battery packs with model number T10400 that are used to charge USB-enabled smartphones, tablets and other USB-powered devices. The batteries are black or gray hand-held devices, 4 inches x 2.75 inches x 0.75 inches, with two USB outputs and four blue LED lights. PNY is laser-printed along the bottom on the front of the battery.. Recalled by PNY Technologies, Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.. Units affected: About 56,000 (in addition, about 800 sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Batteries can overheat and vent flames, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact PNY for a free replacement rechargeable battery.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 12, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16032.

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