The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09725·Announced 2009-03-03

Frontrow Recalls NIMH AA Rechargeable Batteries for Burn Hazard

Frontrow is recalling NIMH AA rechargeable batteries sold with PA system microphones because they can overheat and cause burns. No injuries have been reported.

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

Frontrow, of Petaluma, Calif., is recalling NIMH AA rechargeable batteries sold with public announcement system microphones. The recalled 2400-mAH batteries are used in the 930TM, 930HT, and 940TM microphones. Only batteries with part number 374-30-400-00, printed on the light green sleeve, are included in the recall. About 41,000 units were sold nationwide from June 2005 through December 2008.

The batteries can rapidly overheat, posing a burn hazard to the user. The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating during use, but no injuries have been reported. The batteries were manufactured by Gold Peak Industries, of San Diego, Calif., and imported from China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact their FrontRow agent to receive free replacement batteries. Alkaline batteries can be used while waiting for replacements. All known purchasers have been contacted about the recall. For additional information, consumers can contact Frontrow at (800) 227-0735 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.gofrontrow.com/battery.

The recalled product

Product
NIMH AA Rechargeable Batteries
Manufacturer
Gold Peak Industries, of San Diego, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Batteries
Hazard
Affected units
41,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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