CPSC, Dell Announce Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 06-056 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 16, 2005
- Brand
- Dell
- Category
- Power banks, chargers and batteries
- Products
- Dell Notebook Computer Batteries
- Hazard
- Fire and burn hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 22,000 in the U.S.
- Made in
- Japan, China
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 19, 2024
What was recalled
The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision™ M20 and M70 mobile workstations. The batteries were also sold separately, including as secondary batteries and in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the battery bay located on the underside of the notebook. "Dell" and "Made in Japan" or "Made in China" are stamped on the batteries. The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker. Customers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Dell Notebook Computer Batteries · About 22,000 in the U.S. units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Dell sold these batteries with the notebook computers, as part of a service replacement, and as individual units on its Web site and catalogs from October 5, 2004 through October 13, 2005. The computers with these batteries sold for between $900 and $2,650, and individual batteries sold for between $99 and $179.; Dell Inc., of Round Rock, Texas.
Injuries or incidents reported
Dell has received three reports of batteries overheating. The incidents involved damage to a tabletop, a desktop, and minor damage to personal effects. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Dell toll-free at (866) 342-0011 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, go to the firm's Web site at www.dellbatteryprogram.com, or write to: Dell Inc., Attn: Battery Program, 9701 Metric Blvd., Suite 200 Austin, Texas 78758.
Recall history and context
Dell appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Dell recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 109 recalls in the power banks, chargers and batteries category, 20 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Dell Notebook Computer Batteries (About 22,000 in the U.S. units). The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision™ M20 and M70 mobile workstations.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should immediately stop using the battery as a power source for their notebook computer. Dell will provide a free replacement battery.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 19, 2024. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.