Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries 24110-SP and 36110-SP
Published 14 April 2022
Product
24V 110Ah & 36V 110Ah lithium iron phosphate batteries, typically used in marine applications. Includes 24V & 36V Whitehaven series batteries. Affected model numbers: 24110-SP-MRN 24110-SP-VM-MRN 24110-SP-WHIT-MAR 36110-SP-MRN 36110-SP-VM-MRN 36110-SP-WHIT-MAR
Why it was recalled
The battery may overheat, vaporising the internal liquid into a toxic gas which vents from the battery.
Hazard
If the battery overheats and vents gas it can cause severe skin and/or eye irritation and damage/corrode property. If the gas vents into an enclosed area, poisoning could occur, resulting in serious illness, injury or death. If the gas vents in the presence of an ignition source there is an increased risk of a fire.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.