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Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, 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 batteries. The company is notifying all known consumers. Consumers who have purchased the recalled batteries from GeoManGear and have not been contacted should visit www.MagicshineBatteryRecall.com to register to receive a free replacement battery.
Who to contact: For additional information, visit GeoManGear's website at www.geomangear.com or send an e-mail to recall@geomangear.com
The product
This recall involves Magicshine Series I and Series II lithium-ion batteries. The batteries were sold with bicycle light sets with the following models: Magicshine 900 Lumen (MJ-808), 1400 Lumen (MJ-816) and Tail light (MJ818). The batteries were also sold separately. The Series I battery comes in a nylon pack enclosure and the Series II in an aluminum pack enclosure inserted into a fabric sleeve. The model number is found on the product packaging. The Magicshine logo is found on the sleeve covering of the Series II battery.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,600 in the United States and 1,500 in Canada
- Recall date
- April 19, 2011
- Brand
- Shenzhen Minjun Electronic Co. Ltd., dba Magicshine, China
- Made or distributed by
- Datseplots Inc., dba GeoManGear, of Denver, Colo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The company has received three reports of batteries overheating and causing minor fires and property damage. No injuries have been reported.
GeoManGear's website from June 2009 through November 2010 for between $40 and $130.
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: “Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled by GeoManGear 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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