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Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power sources and contact Best Buy to receive a gift card for the value of the product.
Who to 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
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,400
- Recall date
- April 2, 2009
- Brand
- Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received three reports of fires resulting in minor property damage. No injuries reported.
Best Buy stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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