CPSCRecalled May 3, 2001 · #01140
CPSC, Dell Computer Corp. Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries
Hazard
These batteries can overcharge, causing them to become very hot, release smoke, and possibly catch fire.
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The recalled batteries were sold in Dell Inspiron 5000 and 5000e notebook computers and sold separately for use in both of these systems. The words, "DELL," "MADE IN JAPAN," and "Inspiron 5000 Battery Module" are printed on the top of the batteries. An identification number is written on a colored sticker at the rear of the battery. Those batteries that have colored stickers containing either the number "99" or the series "00 51" or less, and the letter "P" in the first line, are being recalled.
Product details
- Product
- Dell Inspiron 5000 Battery Modules
- Type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Dell sold these batteries nationwide through catalogs and over the Internet, from January 2000 through March 2001. The computers with these batteries were sold for between $2,100 and $3,100, and individual batteries were sold for between $100 and $130.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these batteries immediately and contact Dell to obtain a discount on a future purchase from Dell of a new consumer notebook or desktop computer.