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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 16266

Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphones sold prior to September 15, 2016

Published October 27, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 15, 2016

What's the hazard

The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and power down the recalled Galaxy Note7 devices purchased before September 15, 2016. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where you purchased your device to receive free of charge a new Galaxy Note7 with a different battery, a refund or a new replacement device. Go to www.samsung.com for more details.

Recall details

Brand
Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
Manufacturer
Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
Distributor
Wireless carriers and electronic stores nationwide, including AT&T, Best Buy, Sprint, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon stores and online at www.samsung.com and other websites from August 2016 through September 2016 for between $850 and $890.
Country
US
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