Reported Feb 3, 2016
Eastwood Recalls Multi-Function Power Packs Due to Fire Hazard
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co. of Pottstown, Pa.
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 power packs and return them to Eastwood for a full refund.
Firm contact: Eastwood Co. at 800-345-1178 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.eastwood.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Rockwood Multi-function power packs
- Amount recalled
- About 500
Where it was sold
Sold at Eastwood stores in Chicago, Parma, Ohio and Pottstown, Pa., in Eastwood's catalog and online at www.eastwood.com and other websites from January 2015 through October 2015 for between $50 and $110..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The power packs' lithium ion batteries can burst during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: There have been two reports of the battery packs' lithium ion batteries bursting during charging and emitting black smoke, damaging carpet and leaving a black mark on a wall. No injuries have been reported.
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