Gateway Lithium-Ion Battery Packs
Published June 19, 2007
Summary
CPSC records recall 07219, published June 19, 2007. Reported units: About 14,000.
What's the hazard
These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Gateway Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Gateway Lithium-Ion Battery Packs recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07219 on June 19, 2007. Reported hazard: These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.