CPSCGeneral Alert

Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard

Name: Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard
Brand: Tumi, of South Plainfield, N.J.
SKU: CPSC-10169
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Veröffentlicht: 17. März 2010Rückruf-ID: 10169Kategorie: VerbraucherprodukteLand: Vereinigte Staaten

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Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr

The lithium-ion cells used in the Mobile Power Pack can ignite or explode while charging, posing a fire hazard. This hazard is only present for units that have not been charged.

Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation

The recalled Mobile Power Pack is a mobile device that receives an AC charge in a compact battery pack that will then give five DC charges to small electronic devices including mobile phones, MP-3 players, Blackberries, and PDAs. The power pack is black and silver and is rectangular in shape. The front of it has a small circular control panel. The front also displays the word "Tumi" engraved on a silver button located towards the bottom of the device. Style number 14362 is printed on the power pack packaging.

Betroffene Produkte

Mobile Power Packs

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Mobile-Power-Packs-Recalled-By-Tumi-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
Title	Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard
Images › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/7106e6c7122049428fbae379afed20a9.jpg
Images › Caption	Recalled Mobile Power Pack
Hazards › Name	The lithium-ion cells used in the Mobile Power Pack can ignite or explode while charging, posing a fire hazard. This hazard is only present for units that have not been charged.
Injuries › Name	There were two reports of consumers experiencing small fires during their initial charge. No injuries were reported.
Products › Name	Mobile Power Packs
Products › Type	Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Products › Category I D	1808
Products › Number Of Units	About 5,000
Recall I D	166
Remedies › Name	If the unit has not been used and has never been charged, please do not try to charge. Contact Tumi customer care for instructions on how to return the power pack and receive a free replacement power pack. If you have charged the unit previously without incident, you can continue to use the product.
Retailers › Name	Tumi retail stores, department and specialty stores nationwide and www.Tumi.com from August 2007 through March 2008 for $135.
Recall Date	2010-03-17T00:00:00
Description	The recalled Mobile Power Pack is a mobile device that receives an AC charge in a compact battery pack that will then give five DC charges to small electronic devices including mobile phones, MP-3 players, Blackberries, and PDAs. The power pack is black and silver and is rectangular in shape. The front of it has a small circular control panel. The front also displays the word "Tumi" engraved on a silver button located towards the bottom of the device. Style number 14362 is printed on the power pack packaging.
Recall Number	10169
Manufacturers › Name	Tumi, of South Plainfield, N.J.
Consumer Contact	For additional information, contact Tumi customer care at (800) 530-0069 between 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Tumi.com, or e-mail the firm at customercare@tumi.com
Last Publish Date	2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	China

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Übersicht

Rückrufendes UnternehmenTumi, of South Plainfield, N.J.

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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