CPSC recall 05179
Rechargeable batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 computers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-10-07
On 2024-10-07 the CPSC announced a recall of Rechargeable batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 computers by Apple Computer, citing an internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05179 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2005-05-20 |
| Published | 2024-10-07 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Apple Computer |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Rechargeable batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 computers | The recalled lithium-ion batteries are used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. The recalled batteries include those with model numbers A1061, A1078 and A1079 and serial numbers that begin with HQ441 through HQ507 or 3X446 through 3X510. Consumers should remove the battery from the computer to view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the unit. No other PowerBook or iBook batteries are involved in this recall. Computer model name Battery model number Battery serial number range 12-inch iBook G4 A1061 HQ441 - HQ507 12-inch PowerBook G4 A1079 3X446 - 3X510 15-inch PowerBook G4 A1078 3X446 - 3X509
Reason
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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/2005/CPSC-Apple-Announce-Recall-of-iBook-and-PowerBook-Computer-Batteries
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