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PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Sony Energy Devices Corporation, of Japan recalls lithium-ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell Notebook Computers. These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There have been 19 reports of the batteries overheating, including 17 reports of flames/fire (10 resulting in minor property damage). Computers with the recalled batteries were sold directly by Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell, through computer and electronics stores nationwide, and through various Web retailers for between $700 and $3000. The batteries were also sold separately for between $100 and $160. Read more...

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