CPSCRecalled Apr 19, 2016 · #16148
Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
The power packs' lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging, posing a fire hazard.
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This recall involves Brunton's Impel and Impel 2 rechargeable, portable battery packs that are used to charge cell phones, tablets, laptops and other devices. The Impel battery came in a rubberized shell in dark gray with orange or blue and the Impel 2 in light gray with black trim. The battery packs can be plugged into an A/C wall outlet, a 12 volt car charger or an attachable solar panel for recharging. They measure about 7.5 inches long by 7 inches wide by 1 inch thick. The lithium ion polymer battery packs have 16, and 19 volt outputs and a USB port. The Impel model also has a 12 volt output. Brunton is embossed on the top of the battery pack, along with the power button and five LED lights.
Product details
- Product
- Rechargeable battery packs
- Type
- Batteries and Chargers
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, REI, The Clymb and other outdoor equipment retailers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.backcountry.com, www.bhphotovideo.com, www.forestry-suppliers.com, and www.opticsplanet.com from February 2011 through May 2015 for about $300.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.