CPSC Recall in 2016: Brunton Outdoors Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-148

Date: April 18, 2016

Product Name: Rechargeable lithium ion polymer batteries

Recall Description:

The Impel and Impel 2 power packs’ lithium ion batteries can overheat and catch on fire during charging.

Hazard Description:

The rechargeable lithium ion polymer batteries can overheat and catch fire during charging, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1,050 in the U.S. (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of battery packs overheating and catching on fire; with one incident resulting in about $25,000 of property damage and another one in a garage burning down with property and smoke damage to the adjacent residence. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

  Adorama, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Moontrail, REI, The Clymb and other outdoor equipment retailers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.backcountry.com, www.bhphotovideo.com, www.forestry-suppliers.com, and www.opticsplanet.com from February 2011 through May 2015 for about $300.

Manufactured In:

China