June 21, 2005
Belkin is recalling about 10,000 Li-Polymer batterys pack sold with its Bluetooth Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation System. The battery can overheat, expand, and possibly rupture, creating an explosion or fire hazard.
Belkin reports 15 incidents of batteries overheating and expanding. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
The recall involves Li-Polymer battery packs sold with Belkin Bluetooth GPS Navigation System models F8T051 and F8T051-DL. The GPS model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the unit. Part No.: 300-203712001 and Model No.: AE-8210 are written on the side of the battery.
The Belkin Web site, other Web retailers and computer and electronics stores sold the GPS device with recalled batteries nationwide from November 2003 through February 2005 for about $400.
Consumers stop using the GPS product immediately and contact Belkin for information on receiving a free replacement battery.
Consumer Contact: For more information, call Belkin toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.belkin.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
