Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Rechargeable battery packs |
| Units | About 1,050 in the U.S. (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada) |
| Hazards | The power packs' lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging, posing a fire hazard. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and contact Brunton for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund. |
Details
This recall involves Brunton's Impel and Impel 2 rechargeable, portable battery packs that are used to charge cell phones, tablets, laptops and other devices. The Impel battery came in a rubberized shell in dark gray with orange or blue and the Impel 2 in light gray with black trim. The battery packs can be plugged into an A/C wall outlet, a 12 volt car charger or an attachable solar panel for recharging. They measure about 7.5 inches long by 7 inches wide by 1 inch thick. The lithium ion polymer battery packs have 16, and 19 volt outputs and a USB port. The Impel model also has a 12 volt output. Brunton is embossed on the top of the battery pack, along with the power button and five LED lights.
Consumer Contact
Brunton Outdoor at 800-443-4871 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.brunton.com and click on Impel Charger Product Recall the top or bottom of the page for more information.
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