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Gaming System Batteries and Recharging Station Recalled by LeapFrog Due to Burn Hazard

Recall 09-024 · October 23, 2008 · LeapFrog

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries and contact LeapFrog for a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-024 (CPSC)
Recall date
October 23, 2008
Brand
LeapFrog
Category
Power banks, chargers and batteries
Products
Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for Didj Custom Gaming System
Hazard
Burn Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 35,500
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

The Recharging Station comes with two rechargeable batteries, an AC adapter, and a recharging base. The recharging base is white with a green indicator light on the bottom. The Recharging Station for Didj was sold as item number 30676, which is printed on the box and on the bottom of the recharging base.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for Didj Custom Gaming System · About 35,500 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Department stores and toy stores nationwide and www.leapfrog.com, and other online retailers from July 2008 through October 2008 for about $35.; LeapFrog Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

LeapFrog has received 12 reports of the rechargeable batteries overheating, including one report of a minor hand burn.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact LeapFrog at (800) 701-5327 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's website at www.leapfrog.com/recall or e-mail at didjsupport@leapfrog.com

Recall history and context

LeapFrog appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all LeapFrog 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?

Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for Didj Custom Gaming System (About 35,500 units). The Recharging Station comes with two rechargeable batteries, an AC adapter, and a recharging base.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries and contact LeapFrog for a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. 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.