Recalls / 2011-04-19

Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled by GeoManGear Due to Fire Hazard

11734 · Recalled 2011-04-19 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Magicshine Series I and Series II lithium-ion batteries. The batteries were sold with bicycle light sets with the following models: Magicshine 900 Lumen (MJ-808), 1400 Lumen (MJ-816) and Tail light (MJ818). The batteries were also sold separately. The Series I battery comes in a nylon pack enclosure and the Series II in an aluminum pack enclosure inserted into a fabric sleeve. The model number is found on the product packaging. The Magicshine logo is found on the sleeve covering of the Series II battery.

Hazards

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

The company has received three reports of batteries overheating and causing minor fires and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries. The company is notifying all known consumers. Consumers who have purchased the recalled batteries from GeoManGear and have not been contacted should visit www.MagicshineBatteryRecall.com to register to receive a free replacement battery.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Lithium-Ion batteries used with Magicshine bicycle lights		About 16,600 in the United States and 1,500 in Canada

Parties

Manufacturer: Shenzhen Minjun Electronic Co. Ltd., dba Magicshine, China
Distributor: Datseplots Inc., dba GeoManGear, of Denver, Colo.
Made in: China
Sold at: GeoManGear's website, $130.

Consumer contact

For additional information, visit GeoManGear's website at www.geomangear.com or send an e-mail to recall@geomangear.com

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Source: CPSC recall 11734. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.