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Modular Robotics Rechargeable Battery Packs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn 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 rechargeable battery packs, contact Modular Robotics for a free replacement battery pack. Safely dispose of the defective product by following local laws for disposal of the batteries.
Who to contact: Modular Robotics toll-free 24 hour hotline at 877-233-6859, or visit the firm’s website at www.dexterindustries.com and click on Recall for more information.
The product
This battery pack was sold individually, and also within Classroom Kits and GoPiGo and BrickPi robotic bundles. It is a 9.6V 2000Ah NiMH battery pack with Max Charge Current 2A and is wrapped in black plastic. "Dexter Industries Rechargeable Battery Pack" is printed on a white label on the battery pack.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,400
- Recall date
- April 30, 2020
- Brand
- Modular Robotics Inc., of Boulder, Colo., Dexter Industries, of Reston, Va.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Modular Robotics has received four reports of the rechargeable battery packs smoking and overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Online at Dexterindustries.com from March 2018 through January 2020 for about $38.
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: “Modular Robotics Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Due to Burn 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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