PRA number
2005/7775
Published date
Product description
Rechargeable lithium ion batteries, 3 models:A1061 (for the 12 inch iBook), A1079 )for the 12 inch PowerBook and A1078 (for the 15 inch PowerBook).
Reasons the product is recalled
Batteries may overheat causing damage to the computer and, if the overheated battery comes into contact with combustible material, posing a fire hazard with a consequent risk of burns or other injuries.
The hazards to consumers
Fire (risk of burns or other injuries).
What consumers should do
Apple will contact customers and make arrangements to provide them with a replacement battery.
Supplier
Apple Computer Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
