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Tekkeon Inc. Recalls MyPower ALL Plus External Laptop Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled July 1, 2010 · CPSC recall 10744 · Tekkeon

Recalled external laptop battery showing location of model number

Hazard

The battery cell can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Tekkeon for a free replacement battery. The company is contacting all known purchasers.

Units

About 500

Incidents / injuries

Tekkeon has received one report of an overheating battery that resulted in minor damage to nearby furnishings. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The myPower ALL Plus External Laptop Battery is a universal rechargeable battery used to power laptop computers, MP3 players, mobile phones, DVD players and other portable devices. It is black with "Tekkeon" printed on the front. The model number, MP3750, is printed on a label on the back.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Tekkeon for a free replacement battery. The company is contacting all known purchasers.

Contact

For more information, contact Tekkeon toll-free at (888) 787-5888, or visit the firm's website at http://www.tekkeon.com/recall

Product

External laptop battery

Manufacturer(s)

Tekkeon Inc. of Tustin, Calif.

Retailers

Amazon.com and other online retailers from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $180.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →