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Rechargeable lithium ion polymer batteries

CPSC Recall #16-148 — April 18, 2016

Recall #16-148 Date: April 18, 2016 Remedy: Refund

Product

Rechargeable lithium ion polymer batteries

Description

The Impel and Impel 2 power packs’ lithium ion batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging.

Hazard

The rechargeable lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch fire during charging, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received two reports of battery packs overheating and catching on fire; with one incident resulting in about $25,000 of property damage and another one in a garage burning down with property and smoke damage to the adjacent residence. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.

Units Affected

About 1,050 in the U.S. (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada)

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.

Importer

Brunton Outdoor Inc., of Louisville, Colo.

Manufactured In

China

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