Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Battery Packs

CPSC Recall #12-063 — December 20, 2011

Recall #12-063 Date: December 20, 2011 Remedy: New Instructions

Product

Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Battery Packs

Description

This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools. The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly.

Hazard

The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.

Units Affected

About 111,800

Sold At

BatteriesPlus retail stores nationwide and online at www.batteriesplus.com between June 2008 and October 2011 for about $60.

Manufactured In

China