Recall #10-240 · Published May 21, 2010

Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook computers

HP Expands Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook computers from Hewlett-Packard on May 21, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately remove the batteries referenced above from their notebook computer and contact HP to determine if their battery is included in this recall (even if the battery was previously checked). Consumers with recalled batteries will receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers may use the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives. HP recommends that only batteries obtained from HP or an HP authorized reseller be used with HP notebook PCs.

Recalled Lithium-Ion battery with bar codes indicated
Recalled Lithium-Ion battery with bar codes indicated
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The computer model number is located at the top of the service label on the bottom of the notebook computer.

Which products are included?

The recalled lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are used with various model series of HP and Compaq notebook computers. The chart below includes all notebook model numbers associated with batteries recalled to date. The computer model number is located at the top of the service label on the bottom of the notebook computer. Not all batteries matching the bar codes are being recalled. Notebook Model Number Battery Bar Codes (^ in the code can be any letter or number) HP Pavilion dv2000, dv2500, dv2700 dv6000, dv6500, dv6700 dx6000, dx6500, dx6700 62940^^AXV^^^^, 65035^^B7U^^^^, 65035^^B7V^^^^, 65035^^BGU^^^^, 65035^^BGV^^^^ dv9000, dv9500, dv9700 65033^^B7U^^^^, 65033^^B7V^^^^, 65033^^BGU^^^^ Compaq Presario A900 C700 F500, F700 V3000, V3500, V3700 V6000, V6500, V6700 62940^^AXV^^^^, 65035^^B7U^^^^, 65035^^B7V^^^^, 65035^^BGU^^^^, 65035^^BGV^^^^ HP G6000, G7000 62940^^AXV^^^^, 65035^^B7U^^^^, 65035^^B7V^^^^, 65035^^BGU^^^^, 65035^^BGV^^^^ HP Compaq 6510b, 6515b 6710b, 6710s 6715b, 6715s 65000^^B5V^^^^ 6720s 67059^^V8U^^^^, 67059^^V8V^^^^

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Since the May 2009 recall, HP has received 38 additional reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured resulting in 11 instances of minor personal injury and 31 instances of minor property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the batteries referenced above from their notebook computer and contact HP to determine if their battery is included in this recall (even if the battery was previously checked). Consumers with recalled batteries will receive a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers may use the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives. HP recommends that only batteries obtained from HP or an HP authorized reseller be used with HP notebook PCs.

Product and sales details

Recall number
10-240
Units
About 54,000 (70,000 units were previously recalled in May 2009)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Computer and electronics stores nationwide, hp.com and hpshopping.com from August 2007 through July 2008 for between $500 and $3,000.
Importer
Hewlett-Packard Co., of Palo Alto, Calif.

Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard and Compaq notebook computers

CPSC product type: Batteries and Chargers

Recall contact information

For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program website at http://www.hp.com/support/BatteryReplacement or call (888) 202-4320 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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