Recall date:
February 03, 2016
Recall number:
16-090
Recall Summary
Name of product: Rockwood Multi-function power packsHazard:
The power packs’ lithium ion batteries can burst during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer 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.Report an Incident Involving this Product
Recall Details
Units
About 500Description
This recall involves Rockwood portable power packs with lithium ion batteries and cables. They are used to charge a variety of electronic devices and car batteries and have a recessed LED flashlight. The power packs have a black plastic cover with “Rockwood” printed in white on the top. They measure about 6 inches long, 3 inches wide and 1 inch tall. A yellow and white danger label is on the bottom. Item number 30554 is printed on the packaging.Incidents/Injuries
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.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and return them to Eastwood for a full refund.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.Importer(s)
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co., of Pottstown, Pa.Distributor(s)
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co., of Pottstown, Pa.Manufactured in
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