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Rechargeable batteries used in 15-inch Apple PowerBook G4 computers

Class I - Dangerous
🏠 Consumer Products Recalled: August 19, 2004 Apple Computer Inc., of Cupertino, Calif. Electronics Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 28,000)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Apple Computer Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
Reason for Recall:
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge.

Product Images

Rechargeable batteries used in 15-inch Apple PowerBook G4 computersRechargeable batteries used in 15-inch Apple PowerBook G4 computers

Product Information

Full Description:

The recalled batteries are used with the 15-inch PowerBook G4 (Aluminum) laptop computer. The batteries, which contain cells manufactured during the last week of December 2003 only, have the model number A1045 and serial numbers that begin with HQ404, HQ405, HQ406, HQ407, or HQ408. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label on the bottom of the battery. The battery is approximately 4 inches long, 3 inches wide, and ¾ inches tall. No other PowerBook or iBook batteries are involved in this recall.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 28,000)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 04201

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