Recall #15-249 · Published September 24, 2015

Fujitsu notebook computer battery packs

Fujitsu America Recalls Battery Packs for Fujitsu Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Fujitsu notebook computer battery packs from Fujitsu America on September 24, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately turn off their Fujitsu notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Fujitsu for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their Fujitsu notebook computer without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.

Recalled notebook computer battery pack
Recalled notebook computer battery pack
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.

Affected model numbers

Additional identifying details

Model number CP556150-1 including all serial numbers, and model number CP556150-2 with serial number range Z120102 through Z120512 are included in this recall.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Fujitsu lithium ion battery packs sold or provided as replacement battery packs for the following Fujitsu notebook computers: Celsius H720 and LIFEBOOK E752, P701, P702, P770, P771, P772, S752, S762 and T580. The battery packs were also sold separately. The black battery packs measure about 8 inches long, 2 inches wide and about 0.8 inches high. Model number CP556150-1 including all serial numbers, and model number CP556150-2 with serial number range Z120102 through Z120512 are included in this recall. The model and serial numbers are printed on the white battery label. The notebook computer's model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Fujitsu has received three reports of the battery packs catching fire, including two in Japan and one in China and causing fire damage to rugs, bedding, a desk and other furniture. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off their Fujitsu notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Fujitsu for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their Fujitsu notebook computer without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Recall number
15-249
Units
About 300 (in addition, about 5 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
Japan
Sold at / sales period
Online at www.shopfujitsu.com and other Web retailers from August 2012 through July 2015 for about $150.
Importer
Fujitsu America Inc., of Sunnyvale, Calif.

Fujitsu notebook computer battery packs

CPSC product type: Batteries and Chargers

Recall contact information

Fujitsu at 800-838-5487 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.fujitsu.com/us and click on "Important Announcement: Voluntary Battery Recall and Replacement" for more information.

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

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