Rechargeable lithium-poly battery
CPSC Recall #12702 — October 20, 2011
Product
Rechargeable lithium-poly battery
Description
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Hazard
The battery can overheat and catch fire.
Incidents / Injuries
The company was aware of three reports of the battery catching fire. One incident resulted in a consumer receiving minor burns.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the battery packs. Dispose of the battery packs according to federal, state and/or local regulations. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Units Affected
About 70
Sold At
Bike shops nationwide and the company's website, from October 2009 through November 2010. Batteries sold for between $900 and $1,000 and the E+ Flex Kits were sold for between $2,325 and $2,675.
Manufactured In
China