CPSC Recall in 2017: HP Expands Recall of Batteries for HP and Compaq Notebook Computers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-071

Date: January 24, 2017

Product Name: Lithium-ion batteries used in HP notebook computers

Recall Description:

This expanded recall involves lithium-ion batteries containing Panasonic cells that are used in HP notebook computers. The batteries are compatible with HP, Compaq, HP ProBook, HP ENVY, Compaq Presario, and HP Pavilion notebook computers. HP has expanded the number of recalled batteries, which were shipped with notebook computers sold between March 2013 and October 2016. The black batteries measure about 8 to 10.5 inches long, 2 inches wide and about 1 inch high. The battery bar code is printed on the back of the battery. “HP Notebook Battery” and the model number are printed on the battery. The batteries included in this expanded recall have bar codes starting with: 6BZLU, 6CGFK, 6CGFQ, 6CZMB, 6DEMA, 6DEMH, 6DGAL and 6EBVA.

Hazard Description:

The lithium-ion batteries used in notebook computers can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 101,000 (An additional 41,000 batteries were previously recalled in June 2016. About 3,000 were sold in Canada and 4,000 in Mexico.)

Incidents:

HP has received one additional report of the battery overheating, melting and charring and causing about $1,000 in property damage

Sold At:

Best Buy, Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club and authorized dealers nationwide and online at www.hp.com and other websites from March 2013 through October 2016 for between $300 and $1,700. The batteries were also sold separately for between $50 and $90.

Manufactured In:

China