Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced June 19, 2007 CPSC #07219

Quick answer

Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #07219, announced on June 19, 2007. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and "made by SMP" are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack. The remedy is consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact gateway to receive a replacement battery. consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the ac adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.. Affected brand: Gateway Inc..

Hazard

The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and "made by SMP" are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack.

Affected products

Gateway Lithium-Ion Battery Packs

Recalled brands

Gateway Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.

Recall date

June 19, 2007

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #07219?

CPSC recall #07219 covers Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 19, 2007. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and "made by SMP" are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack.

What is the remedy for recall #07219?

The CPSC remedy for recall #07219 is consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact gateway to receive a replacement battery. consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the ac adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.. 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 Gateway Inc. Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard 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/2007/Gateway-Inc-Recalls-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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