Recalls / 2005-06-21
CPSC, Belkin Announce Recall of Batteries Sold with Bluetooth™ GPS Navigation System
05582 · Recalled 2005-06-21 · CPSC page
Description
The recall involves Li-Polymer battery packs sold with Belkin Bluetooth™ GPS Navigation System models F8T051 and F8T051-DL. The GPS model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the unit. "Part No.: 300-203712001" and Model No.: AE-8210" are written on the side of the battery.
Hazards
The battery can overheat, expand, and possibly rupture, creating an explosion or fire hazard.
Reported injuries
Belkin reports 15 incidents of batteries overheating and expanding. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers stop using the GPS product immediately and contact Belkin for information on receiving a free replacement battery.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Li-Polymer battery pack sold with Bluetooth™ Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation System | About 10,300 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Belkin Corporation, of Compton, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- The Belkin Web site, other Web retailers, computer, electronics stores sold the GPS device with recalled batteries nationwide, from November 2003 through February 2005, for about $400.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Belkin toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.belkin.com
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Source: CPSC recall 05582. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.