Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled by GeoManGear Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries. The company is notifying all known consumers. Consumers who have purchased the recalled batteries from GeoManGear and have not been contacted should visit www.MagicshineBatteryRecall.com to register to receive a free replacement battery.

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Incidents & injuries

The company has received three reports of batteries overheating and causing minor fires and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves Magicshine Series I and Series II lithium-ion batteries. The batteries were sold with bicycle light sets with the following models: Magicshine 900 Lumen (MJ-808), 1400 Lumen (MJ-816) and Tail light (MJ818). The batteries were also sold separately. The Series I battery comes in a nylon pack enclosure and the Series II in an aluminum pack enclosure inserted into a fabric sleeve. The model number is found on the product packaging. The Magicshine logo is found on the sleeve covering of the Series II battery.

Sold on

GeoManGear's website from June 2009 through November 2010 for between $40 and $130.

Contact the company

For additional information, visit GeoManGear's website at www.geomangear.com or send an e-mail to [email protected]