BatteriesPlus Recalls Replacement Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 12-063 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 21, 2011
- Brand
- BatteriesPlus
- Category
- Power banks, chargers and batteries
- Products
- Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Replacement Battery Packs
- Hazard
- Explosion Hazard
- Remedy
- New Instructions
- Units
- About 111,800
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- February 19, 2015
What was recalled
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Replacement Battery Packs · About 111,800 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: BatteriesPlus retail stores nationwide and online at www.batteriesplus.com between June 2008 and October 2011 for about $60.; BatteriesPlus LLC, of Hartland, Wis..
Injuries or incidents reported
BatteriesPlus has received five reports of exploding batteries. No injuries have been reported.
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
Recall history and context
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?
Rayovac NI-CD Cordless Tool Replacement Battery Packs (About 111,800 units). This recall involves RAYOVAC-branded replacement battery packs used with cordless power tools.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Explosion Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
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.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on February 19, 2015. 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.