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Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled April 2, 2009 · CPSC recall 09182 · Best Buy Announces the
Hazard
While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.
Units
About 1,400
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received three reports of fires resulting in minor property damage. No injuries reported.
Description
This recall involves Rocketfish Universal AC/DC/USB portal power sources with model number RF-INV80. The model number is printed on the back of the power source and "Rocketfish" is printed on the cover.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.
Contact
For additional information, contact Best Buy at (800) 233-0462 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bestbuy.com
Product
Rocketfish Model RF-INV80 Universal AC/DC/USB Portable Power Source
Imported by
Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
Retailers
Best Buy stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $100.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →