Dell has voluntarily recalled about 22,000 notebook computer batteries in the United States.
"Dell" and "Made in Japan" or "Made in China" are stamped on the batteries. The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker.
The batteries were found to overheat, which could pose a fire risk. Consumers have been advised to stop using the recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Dell said it has received three reports of batteries overheating. The incidents involved damage to a tabletop, a desktop and minor damage to personal effects. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled batteries were sold with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude D410, D505, D510, D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron 510M, 600M, 6000, 8600, 9200, 9300, XPS Gen 2; and Dell Precision M20 and M70 mobile workstations.
Dell sold these batteries with the notebook computers, as part of a service replacement, and as individual units on its Web site and catalogs from October 5, 2004 through October 13, 2005.
Dell said it would provide a free replacement battery.
