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CPSCRecalled Apr 30, 2020 · #20115

Modular Robotics Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Due to Burn Hazard

Hazard

The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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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 details

Product
Rechargeable battery packs
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Online at Dexterindustries.com from March 2018 through January 2020 for about $38.
Made in
China

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice