Sherpa 50 and Sherpa 120 Battery Packs
Published 11 January 2014
Product
The battery packs are rechargeable and are used for recharging cell phones and laptops. They utilize lithium-ion-iron-phosphate (“LiFePO4”) technology for the batteries. Identifying features description The Sherpa 50 products have a serial number starting with "S/N 11002." The Sherpa 120 products have a serial number starting with "S/N 11102."
Why it was recalled
The battery cells in Sherpa 50 and Sherpa 120 battery packs may overcharge, causing them to overheat, bulge, and release gas.
Hazard
Overheating batteries are a potential fire hazard.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.