BatteriesPlus Recalls Replacement Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard
Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Battery Packs
Date of Recall
2011-12-21CPSC Release Number
12-063Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 856-3232Units
About 111,800Importer
BatteriesPlus LLC, of Hartland, Wis.Sold By
BatteriesPlus retail stores nationwide and online at www.batteriesplus.com between June 2008 and October 2011 for about $60.Problem/Hazard
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools. ?RAYOVAC,? ?NI-CD? and a part number beginning with ?CTL? are printed in white lettering on the product. The battery packs were sold in voltages ranging between 2.4 and 18 volts in various sizes and shapes. They were sold as replacement batteries to the following brand tools: Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee, Panasonic, Ryobi and Skil.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.Consumer Contact
For more information, contact BatteriesPlus toll-free at (877) 856-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.batteriesplus.comRecall Comments
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