CPSC recall 01013
Batteries used with certain Dell notebook computers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-11-20
On 2025-11-20 the CPSC announced a recall of Batteries used with certain Dell notebook computers by Dell Computer, citing these batteries can short circuit, even when the battery is not in use, causing them to become very hot, release smoke and possibly catch fire.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01013 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2000-10-13 |
| Published | 2025-11-20 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Dell Computer |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Batteries used with certain Dell notebook computers | The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude CPiA, CPiR, CPtC, CPtS, CPtV, CPxH and CPxJ, and Inspiron 3700 and 3800. The batteries also were sold separately, including in response to service calls. The batteries insert into the front-left and/or front-right of the computer. "DELLTM" and "MADE IN JAPAN" are written on the batteries. The batteries' identification number is written on a white sticker. Consumers should have this number available when they contact Dell to determine if their battery is part of the recall.
Reason
These batteries can short circuit, even when the battery is not in use, causing them to become very hot, release smoke and possibly catch fire.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Dell-Announce-Recall-of-Batteries-for-Notebook-Computers
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