BatteriesPlus Rayovac NI-CD and Rayovac NI-MH Cordless Tool Battery Packs

Date:

Thu, 08/30/2012

Brand:

BatteriesPlus

Sold At:

Problem:

The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers.

Product Numbers Recalled:

About 65,300 (about 111,800 were recalled in December 2011).

If You Own This Product:

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.

Consumer Contact:

For more information, contact BatteriesPlus toll-free at (877) 856-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.batteriesplus.com and click on Recall Notices/Bulletins at the bottom of the page.

Incidents/Injuries:

BatteriesPlus has received three additional reports since the previous recall of exploding batteries, including one report of an injury to a consumer's finger.

Manufactured In:

China