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Tekkeon Inc. Recalls MyPower ALL Plus External Laptop Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireSold on AmazonJul 1, 2010
Recalled external laptop battery
Recalled external laptop battery
Recalled external laptop battery showing location of model number
Recalled external laptop battery showing location of model number

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The battery cell can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Tekkeon for a free replacement battery. The company is contacting all known purchasers.

Incidents & injuries

Tekkeon has received one report of an overheating battery that resulted in minor damage to nearby furnishings. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The myPower ALL Plus External Laptop Battery is a universal rechargeable battery used to power laptop computers, MP3 players, mobile phones, DVD players and other portable devices. It is black with "Tekkeon" printed on the front. The model number, MP3750, is printed on a label on the back.

Sold on

Amazon.com and other online retailers from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $180.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Tekkeon toll-free at (888) 787-5888, or visit the firm's website at http://www.tekkeon.com/recall

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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