Recall #17-762 · Published August 16, 2017

Batteries in refurbished cellphones

FedEx Supply Chain Recalls Cellphone Batteries That Could Lead to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Batteries in refurbished cellphones from FedEx Supply Chain Logistics & Electronics on August 16, 2017. CPSC identifies this hazard: The cellphone battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery and power down their smartphone. Consumers who own the recalled battery will receive by mail from FedEx Supply Chain a free, new replacement battery and a postage paid box to return the recalled cellphone battery. A green dot has been affixed to the replacement batteries. FedEx Supply Chain is directly contacting consumers.

Recalled cellphone battery
Recalled cellphone battery
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.

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.

Which products are included?

This recall involves batteries placed into refurbished AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4 cellphones by FedEx Supply Chain and distributed as replacement phones through AT&T's Insurance program only. FedEx and Samsung have determined that some of the recalled batteries are counterfeit and show anomalies that can lead the batteries to overheat. The batteries are non-OEM, which means they were not supplied as original equipment by the phone's manufacturer, Samsung.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The cellphone battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents and injuries

FedEx Supply Chain has received one report of a counterfeit battery overheating. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery and power down their smartphone. Consumers who own the recalled battery will receive by mail from FedEx Supply Chain a free, new replacement battery and a postage paid box to return the recalled cellphone battery. A green dot has been affixed to the replacement batteries. FedEx Supply Chain is directly contacting consumers.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
FedEx Supply Chain Logistics & Electronics
Recall number
17-762
Units
About 10,200 batteries
Manufactured in
Unknown
Sold at / sales period
The refurbished cellphones were distributed by FedEx Supply Chain and provided as replacement phones only through AT&T's Insurance program between December 2016 and April 2017.
Distributor
FedEx Supply Chain Logistics & Electronics, Inc., of Cranberry Township, Pa.

Recall contact information

FedEx Supply Chain at 800-338-0163 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.exchangemybattery.com for more information.

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

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