CPSC recall 05-043, announced November 9, 2004, covers Black Diamond Equipment Soliras Headlamp Lithium-ion Batteries (about 1,000 units). The headlamp battery may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to users. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the headlamps immediately and return the battery to the nearest authorized Black Diamond dealer for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (801) 278-5544, or go to www.blackdiamondequipment.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The batteries have the following dates, which can be found on the battery label: 0703, 0803, 0903, 1003, 1103, 1203, 0104, 0204, 0304, 0404, and 0504.
Which products are included?
The recalled batteries are found in Black Diamond Soliras headlamps. The batteries have the following dates, which can be found on the battery label: 0703, 0803, 0903, 1003, 1103, 1203, 0104, 0204, 0304, 0404, and 0504. The black headlamp has the words and symbol for the company on the light.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The headlamp battery may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to users.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the headlamps immediately and return the battery to the nearest authorized Black Diamond dealer for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 05-043
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized dealers nationwide sold the headlamps from March 2004 through May 2004 for about $150.
Soliras Headlamp Lithium-ion Batteries
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
Call Black Diamond collect at (801) 278-5544 between 8 am. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's website at www.blackdiamondequipment.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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