CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 06245
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries with cells manufactured by Sony for certain previous iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 notebook computers only
Published July 15, 2024 · Recall initiated: August 24, 2006
What's the hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.
Recall details
- Brand
- Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan
- Manufacturer
- Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan
- Distributor
- Apple's online store, Apple retail stores nationwide, and Apple Authorized Resellers from October 2003 through August 2006 for between $900 and $2300. The batteries also were sold separately for about $130.
- Country
- US
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