CPSC recall 01140
Dell Inspiron 5000 Battery Modules
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2026-02-23
On 2026-02-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Dell Inspiron 5000 Battery Modules by Dell Computer, citing these batteries can overcharge, causing them to become very hot, release smoke, and possibly catch fire.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01140 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2001-05-03 |
| Published | 2026-02-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Dell Computer |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Dell Inspiron 5000 Battery Modules | The recalled batteries were sold in Dell Inspiron 5000 and 5000e notebook computers and sold separately for use in both of these systems. The words, "DELL," "MADE IN JAPAN," and "Inspiron 5000 Battery Module" are printed on the top of the batteries. An identification number is written on a colored sticker at the rear of the battery. Those batteries that have colored stickers containing either the number "99" or the series "00 51" or less, and the letter "P" in the first line, are being recalled.
Reason
These batteries can overcharge, 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-Computer-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Notebook-Computer-Batteries
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