SmartSpark Energy Systems Recalls Battery Equalizers Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled June 18, 2009 · CPSC recall 09249 · SmartSpark Energy Systems
Hazard
The recalled equalizers can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled battery equalizers and contact SmartSpark for a full refund.
Units
About 800
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received one report of an equalizer that overheated which resulted in fire that caused damage to the equalizer and batteries. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled battery equalizers are charge balancing devices designed to increase the performance and longevity of rechargeable batteries.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled battery equalizers and contact SmartSpark for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact SmartSpark at (800) 905-6137 anytime Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.batteq.com
Product
BattEQ Battery Equalizers
Manufacturer(s)
SmartSpark Energy Systems Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Retailers
Authorized distributors and retailers from July 2006 through March 2009 for about $300.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →