Dell on Monday said it will recall 4.1 million laptop computer batteries because they could overheat and catch fire. The company said consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. Round Rock, Texas-based Dell reported it has received six reports of batteries overheating, resulting in property damage to furniture and personal effects. However, no injuries have been reported. The firm worked with the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission to negotiate the terms of the recall.
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Dell Recalls 4.1 Million Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Posted by: Jennifer LeClaire August 15, 2006 08:36 AMDell on Monday said it will recall 4.1 million laptop computer batteries because they could overheat and catch fire. The company said consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. Round Rock, Texas-based Dell reported it has received six reports of batteries overheating, resulting in property damage to furniture and personal effects. However, no injuries have been reported. The firm worked with the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission to negotiate the terms of the recall.