Apple recalls 1.1 million PowerBook G4 and iBook G4 batteries

by Chris Saribay • 08/24/2006 at 09:41 AM

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and other international safety authorities, Apple is voluntarily recalling certain lithium ion rechargeable batteries that were sold worldwide from October 2004 through May 2005 for use with the following notebook computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. These batteries were manufactured by LG Chem, Ltd. of South Korea.

The affected batteries could overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Apple has received six consumer reports of these batteries overheating. If you have a recalled battery, Apple advises consumers to stop using it and order a replacement battery immediately. Once you have removed the battery, plug in the AC adapter to power the computer. If you must temporarily use your computer with the battery, do not leave it unattended and check for signs of overheating.

Recalled batteries

12-inch iBook G4
Battery Model: A1061
Serial Numbers:
ZZ338 through ZZ427
3K429 through 3K611
6C510 through 6C626

12-inch PowerBook G4
Battery Model: A1079
Serial Numbers:
ZZ411 through ZZ427
3K428 through 3K611

15-inch PowerBook G4
Battery Model: A1078 and A1148
Serial Numbers:
3K425 through 3K601
6N530 through 6N551
6N601

If you are one of the million consumers affected, you may order a replacement battery free of charge on Apple’s recall website. More information is available from the Consumer Product Safety Commission website.