Recalls / 2011-12-21

BatteriesPlus Recalls Replacement Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard

12063 · Recalled 2011-12-21 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools. "RAYOVAC," "NI-CD" and a part number beginning with "CTL" are printed in white lettering on the product. The battery packs were sold in voltages ranging between 2.4 and 18 volts in various sizes and shapes. They were sold as replacement batteries to the following brand tools: Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee, Panasonic, Ryobi and Skil.

Hazards

The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.

Reported injuries

BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Replacement Battery Packs		About 111,800

Parties

Importer: BatteriesPlus LLC, of Hartland, Wis.
Made in: China
Sold at: BatteriesPlus retail, online at www.batteriesplus.com, October 2011 for about $60.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact BatteriesPlus toll-free at (877) 856-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.batteriesplus.com

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Source: CPSC recall 12063. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.