Recall 07-167, published April 25, 2007
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries containing Sony cells used in Acer notebook computers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
980XOnly lithium-ion batteries with the following part numbers and battery week codes and used in the following Acer notebook models, are included in the recall: Acer Notebook System Series Beginning with: Acer Battery Pack No. (Part of Barcode) Battery Pack Serial Week Code Range (Part of Barcode) Battery Week Code Range (in front of Barcode) Battery Week Code Range on Red Sticker TravelMate 321x BT00604001 0521-0545 Aspire 980x BT00804016 63V, 63W, 63X, 63Y TravelMate 242x, TravelMate 330x Aspire 556x BT00604005 601-626 TravelMate 561x Aspire 930x, Aspire 941x BT00807010 614-630 TravelMate C20x BT00604002 5BR-5BZ; 5C1-5C9; 5CA-5CZ; 611-619; 621-629; 62A TravelMate 422x, TravelMate 467x Aspire 560x, Aspire 567x BT00804011 0551-0626 TravelMate 320x BTT4807001 418-552
Why it was recalled
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Acer to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.
What should I do if I have 980X?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with 980X, then check the serial numbers, UPC codes and item or SKU numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 496-2237, or go to www.acerbatteryrecall.com/AcerWeb.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Acer
- Recall published
- April 25, 2007
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 27,800
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized electronics retailers nationwide from May 2004 through November 2006 for between $500 and $1,500.
Closest model numbers in this recall
980X is one of 24 model numbers this notice lists; these 8 are the closest to it.
All 24 model numbers in recall 07-167
