The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09707·Announced 2008-10-28

Duracell 130W Notebook Power Adapters Recalled for Burn Hazard

Battery-Biz is recalling Duracell 130W power adapters for notebook computers because they can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a replacement.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Battery-Biz Inc. is recalling Duracell 130W Combo AC/DC power adapters used with notebook computers. The recall involves model numbers EA10900, AC-6501, and DRUM130 with date codes 0804 and 0805. These black adapters have "DURACELL UNIVERSAL POWER ADAPTER" printed on the front, with model and date codes located on the rating label on the back. The adapters were manufactured in China and sold at www.dell.com and www.duracelldirect.com from February 2008 through March 2008 for between $80 and $120. Approximately 1,300 units were distributed.

The adapters can fail and overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Battery-Biz has received five reports of power adapters overheating, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapter and contact Battery-Biz to return it and obtain a free replacement. The company has sent a direct notice to consumers with the recalled adapters. For additional information, consumers can contact Battery-Biz at (800) 780-6552 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.battery-biz.com.

The recalled product

Product
Duracell 130W Combo Power Adapters used with notebook computers
Manufacturer
Battery-Biz Inc., of Camarillo, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
1,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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