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Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireSold on Best BuyApr 2, 2009
Recalled Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source
Recalled Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source
Recalled Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source
Recalled Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source

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Hazard

While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received three reports of fires resulting in minor property damage. No injuries reported.

Product description

This recall involves Rocketfish Universal AC/DC/USB portal power sources with model number RF-INV80. The model number is printed on the back of the power source and "Rocketfish" is printed on the cover.

Sold on

Best Buy stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $100.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Best Buy at (800) 233-0462 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bestbuy.com

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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