Recalls / 2013-06-19
Best Buy Recalls ATG Replacement Batteries for the MacBook Pro Due to Fire, Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)
13739 · Recalled 2013-06-19 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves both black and white ATG lithium-ion replacement batteries for MacBook Pro notebook computers. Model number "MC-MBOOK13B" is on the label of the black battery and model number "MC-BOOK13W" is on the label of the white battery. The ATG logo is on both batteries.
Hazards
The battery can catch fire while charging.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 13 reports that the battery caught fire, including one report of a serious burn to a consumer's leg.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery, remove it from the computer and contact Best Buy for a replacement Apple brand battery or a $50 Best Buy gift card as a full refund. Best Buy is contacting its customers directly.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ATG lithium-ion batteries | About 5,100 |
Parties
- Importer
- BTI Corp., of Las Vegas
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Bestbuy.com, Partstore.com
Consumer contact
Best Buy at (800) 566-7498 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. CT Saturdays and Sundays, or online at www.bestbuy.com, and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 13739. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.