Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled By DiNotte Lighting Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 09045 · announced November 18, 2008 · Aa Portable Power · 1,700 units affected
The product
DiNotte Lighting Lithium-Ion battery with nylon bags are used with DiNotte 5W Li-Ion bicycle lights and DiNotte 3 LED police lights. The DiNotte logo is printed on the battery cable connector.
The hazard
A loose wiring connection and improper venting can cause the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the battery and contact the company to receive a free replacement battery.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Bicycle and recreation stores nationwide and by Internet retailers from February 2006 through March 2007 for between $200 and $400.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact DiNotte Lighting at (866) 822-7694 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.dinottelighting.com, or email the firm at service@dinottelighting.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.