CPSC, Apple Announce Recall of PowerBook Computer Batteries

Active Recall Announced August 19, 2004 CPSC #04201

Quick answer

CPSC, Apple Announce Recall of PowerBook Computer Batteries is CPSC recall #04201, announced on August 19, 2004. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge.. Affected brands: Apple Computer Inc., LG Chem Ltd..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Rechargeable batteries used in 15-inch Apple PowerBook G4 computers

Recalled brands

Apple Computer Inc., LG Chem Ltd.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge.

Recall date

August 19, 2004

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #04201?

CPSC recall #04201 covers CPSC, Apple Announce Recall of PowerBook Computer Batteries, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 19, 2004. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #04201?

The CPSC remedy for recall #04201 is consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Apple Announce Recall of PowerBook Computer Batteries on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Apple-Announce-Recall-of-PowerBook-Computer-Batteries-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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