CPSC recall 20115
Rechargeable battery packs
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2020-04-30
On 2020-04-30 the CPSC announced a recall of Rechargeable battery packs by Modular Robotics, citing the rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20115 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2020-04-30 |
| Published | 2020-04-30 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Modular Robotics |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Rechargeable battery packs | This battery pack was sold individually, and also within Classroom Kits and GoPiGo and BrickPi robotic bundles. It is a 9.6V 2000Ah NiMH battery pack with Max Charge Current 2A and is wrapped in black plastic. "Dexter Industries Rechargeable Battery Pack" is printed on a white label on the battery pack.
Reason
The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn 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/2020/Modular-Robotics-Recalls-Rechargeable-Battery-Packs-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
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