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Rechargeable batteries used in Summer Infant video monitors

CPSC Recall #14-156 — April 23, 2014

Recall #14-156 Date: April 23, 2014 Remedy: Replace

Product

Rechargeable batteries used in Summer Infant video monitors

Description

The batteries used in the video baby monitors can overheat and rupture. 

Hazard

The battery in the handheld video monitor can overheat and rupture, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

Summer Infant has received 22 reports of overheated and ruptured batteries, including incidents of smoke and minor property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should remove the battery and contact Summer Infant for a replacement battery.  The monitor can continue to be used on AC power with the power cord. 

Units Affected

About 800,000 batteries (about 58,800 were recalled in February 2011)

Sold At

Mass merchants, including Babies "R" Us, online retailers and independent juvenile specialty stores, from about February 2010 through 2012 for between $150 to $350.

Manufactured In

China

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