Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack Recalled Due To Fire Hazard
Product Recalls - November 13, 2024
Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack For Cellphones Recalled Due To Fire Hazard
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (November 13, 2024) – Quad Lock MAG Battery Packs have been recalled after it was discovered that they can pose a fire hazard to users.
The recall was issued on November 7, 2024. Around 13,700 units were sold.
The problem with the Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack is that it can overheat and pose a fire hazard. According to the recall notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Quad Lock has received 39 reports of incidents in the US.
This includes three reports of fires and 36 reports of devices emitting smoke. The devices could be purchased through various websites, including Amazon.
Liability For Fires Caused By Battery Packs
Fires caused by devices with lithium-ion batteries remain alarmingly common. According to WHN9, “Since 1995 more than 1,900 people have been injured and over 300 killed after a battery in a micro-mobility device like an e-bike or e-scooter caught fire. And more than 2,000 were injured and close to 200 died from faulty lithium-ion batteries in products like laptops, according to UL Solutions.” There are a number of defects with lithium-ion batteries that could lead them to catch fire.
- Lithium-ion batteries could be contaminated with certain materials that create shortcircuits.
- Lithium-ion batteries may lack critical safety features that shuts off the device in the event of overheating.
- Lithium-ion batteries may have improper Battery Management Systems.
Companies that create battery packs and other devices with lithium-ion batteries have a legal obligation to ensure that these devices are reasonably safe. They must adhere to all safety regulations set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. If a battery pack has design defects, this could form the basis of a product liability claim. It is important that certain steps are taken after any battery fire.
- The device involved in the incident should be preserved.
- It should be determined if it was on a recall list.
- Medical records related to injuries should be collected.
- An experienced product liability attorney should be contacted.
It can be hard to know what to do after any fire caused by a lithium-ion battery. These incidents can often cause significant property damage and even burn down people’s homes. Sadly, the companies that make the devices involved in these incidents will often do everything in their power to deny liability. This is why it is so important for victims to seek legal advice as early as possible.
Getting Legal Help For Fires Caused By Battery Packs
We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates were deeply concerned to hear about all of the safety incidents involving Quad Lock MAG Battery Packs. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong so that similar incidents can be prevented. Consumers should never have to worry that their battery packs could become lethal hazards.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured by a Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they deserve. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.
