Compaq Notebook Battery Packs – Potential Failure (2000)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Battery packs used with Compaq Armada notebook computers
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Battery packs used with Compaq Armada notebook computers. The hazard is: These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, release smoke and possibly catch fi. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled battery packs were sold with Compaq's Armada E500 and V300 notebook computers. Writing on the batteries include "Compaq" and "Assembled in Taiwan." The battery pack can be identified by a date code and serial number on the white label to the right of the battery connector. Date code TCGK with a serial number from 00001 to 10500, 20001 to 21800, and 40001 to 83100, or Date code TCHK with a serial number from 40001 to 44700
Reported concern (CPSC)
These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, release smoke and possibly catch fire.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using these battery packs and contact Compaq to learn how to discharge them and return them. Consumers with the recalled batteries will receive two free battery packs for each recalled battery pack they return.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026