Apple recalls iBook, PowerBook laptop batteries
08/25/06
Apple has determined that certain lithium-ion batteries containing cells manufactured by Sony Corporation of Japan pose a safety risk that may result in overheating under rare circumstances.
The affected batteries were sold worldwide from October 2003 through August 2006 for use with the following notebook computers:
- 12-inch iBook G4
- 12-inch PowerBook G4
- 15-inch PowerBook G4
Apple is voluntarily recalling the affected batteries and has initiated a worldwide exchange program to provide eligible customers with a new replacement battery, free of charge.
To find out if your laptop battery is part of this recall, please visit:
Apple Battery Exchange Program iBook G4 and PowerBook G4
Posted by cp493 at 10:27 AM