CPSC, Black Diamond Equipment Announce Recall of Headlamp Batteries
CPSC recall 05043 · announced November 9, 2004 · Black Diamond Equipment · 1,000 units affected
The product
The recalled batteries are found in Black Diamond Soliras headlamps. The batteries have the following dates, which can be found on the battery label: 0703, 0803, 0903, 1003, 1103, 1203, 0104, 0204, 0304, 0404, and 0504. The black headlamp has the words and symbol for the company on the light.
The hazard
The headlamp battery may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to users.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the headlamps immediately and return the battery to the nearest authorized Black Diamond dealer for a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized dealers nationwide sold the headlamps from March 2004 through May 2004 for about $150.
Consumer contact: Call Black Diamond collect at (801) 278-5544 between 8 am. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's website at www.blackdiamondequipment.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.