CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2009-03-03

Frontrow Recalls to Replace Rechargeable Batteries Sold with PA System Microphones Due to Burn Hazard

09725 · Recalled 2009-03-03 · CPSC page

Recalled Rechargeable Battery
Recalled Rechargeable Battery

Description

The recalled 2400-mAH NIMH batteries are used in the 930TM, 930HT and 940TM public announcement system microphones. Only batteries with part number 374-30-400-00, printed on the light green sleeve of the battery, are included in the recall.

Hazards

The batteries can rapidly overheat, posing a burn hazard to the user.

Reported injuries

The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating during use in wireless public announcement systems and microphones. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact their FrontRow agent to receive free replacement batteries. Alkaline batteries can be used while waiting for replacement batteries. All known purchasers have been contacted about the recall.

Products

NameModelUnits
NIMH AA Rechargeable BatteriesAbout 41,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Gold Peak Industries
Distributor
Frontrow, of Petaluma, Calif.
Made in
China
Sold at
Frontrow distributors nationwide, about $300 when sold with the transmitter.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Frontrow at (800) 227-0735 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gofrontrow.com/battery

Source: CPSC recall 09725. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.