Rechargeable battery packs
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 2,400)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Unknown Manufacturer
- Reason for Recall:
- The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the rechargeable battery packs, contact Modular Robotics for a free replacement battery pack. Safely dispose of the defective product by following local laws for disposal of the batteries.
Product Images
Product Information
Full Description:
This battery pack was sold individually, and also within Classroom Kits and GoPiGo and BrickPi robotic bundles. It is a 9.6V 2000Ah NiMH battery pack with Max Charge Current 2A and is wrapped in black plastic. "Dexter Industries Rechargeable Battery Pack" is printed on a white label on the battery pack.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 2,400)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 20115
Related Recalls
Bamamon LED Projecting Finger Light Toys
Unknown Manufacturer
None reported.
Costway Convertible High Chairs
Unknown Manufacturer
The convertible high chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for high chairs because they do not contain a passive restraint system and a child can slip through the opening between the feeding tray and seat and become entrapped or fall, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes
Unknown Manufacturer
The costumes violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because the button cell batteries can be accessed easily by children, posing a deadly ingestion hazard. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.