Breaking news tutorials - #28 - HP recalls over 70,000 laptop batteries

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#28 / May 19, 2009 / 1:17 min.

HP recalls over 70,000 laptop batteries

HP announced the recall of over 70,000 laptop batteries that run the risk of overheating. A couple have actually burst into flames. At this point there has been some minor property damage but no injuries reported. The batteries can be found in a variety of models. A complete list is available on the Consumer Product Safety Commission Web site.

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- 70,000 batteries in HP laptops have been recalled.

- You can find the complete list of affected notebook batteries at the Consumer Product Safety Commission Web site.

- CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772.

- The laptops in question were sold between August, 2007 and March, 2008.

- HP is offering replacement batteries at no charge.

- Customers also can call 800-889-2031 to get support from HP.

- Read more about this story.

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