Reported Feb 12, 2015
Jackco Transnational Recalls ZETA Battery Pack Due to Fire Hazard
Jackco Transnational, Inc. of Azusa, California
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Pocket Jump Starter and contact Jackco Transnational for instructions on how to dispose of the product and how to obtain a refund for the purchase price. Consumers without a receipt will receive $110.
Firm contact: Jackco Transnational toll-free at (888) 452-2526 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.jackco.com and click on "Pocket Jump Starter Product Recall" for more information or send an e-mail to recall@jackco.com.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- ZETA by Jackco Pocket Jump Starter - Deluxe Set
- Amount recalled
- About 5,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com from July 2014 to January 2015 for between $110 and $140..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The battery packs can overheat, split apart and melt the battery pack's enclosure, posing a fire hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Jackco Transnational has received 487 reports of battery failure, and two reports of a fire resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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