CPSC

HP Pavilion and Compaq Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard

Picture of Recalled Notebook Computer Battery
Picture of Recalled Notebook Computer Battery

Hazard

An internal failure can cause the battery to overheat and melt or char the plastic case, posing a burn and fire hazard.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the "L3" coded batteries immediately and contact HP to determine if the specific battery is one of the ones being recalled, and if it is, receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the notebook until a replacement battery arrives.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program Web Site at www.hp.com/support/BatteryReplacement , or contact HP at (888) 202-4320 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Products

HP Pavilion and Compaq Notebook Computer Batteries

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

National and regional computer and electronics stores, online stores, and at hp.com and hpshopping.com, from January 2005 through December 2005, for between $1,000 and $3,000. The battery packs also were sold separately for between $100 and $130.