Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 2,400 units
Recall No. 20-115 Published April 30, 2020

Rechargeable battery packs

The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. sold at Dexterindustries.com from March 2018 – January 2020 for about $38.

Recalled Rechargeable Battery Pack
What you are looking at

Recalled Rechargeable Battery Pack

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Modular Robotics has received four reports of the rechargeable battery packs smoking and overheating. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the rechargeable battery packs, contact Modular Robotics for a free replacement battery pack. Safely dispose of the defective product by following local laws for disposal of the batteries.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 2,400
Made inChina
Sold atDexterindustries.com
Sales periodMarch 2018 – January 2020
PriceAbout $38

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-233-6859

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.