Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09182 · announced April 2, 2009 · Best Buy Co · 1,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves Rocketfish Universal AC/DC/USB portal power sources with model number RF-INV80. The model number is printed on the back of the power source and "Rocketfish" is printed on the cover.
The hazard
While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received three reports of fires resulting in minor property damage. No injuries reported.
Sold at: Best Buy stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $100.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Best Buy at (800) 233-0462 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bestbuy.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.