SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries recall 25-071

SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries

Chervon North America Recalls SKIL 40V 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries for SKIL Lawnmowers and Outdoor Tools Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for SKIL 40V 5.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries from Chervon North America Inc. on December 19, 2024. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lithium-ion batteries and contact Chervon for a free replacement or refund for the price of the battery. Consumers should register for the recall online at www.skil.com/recalls. Chervon will provide a battery collection kit for the consumer to return the recalled battery and will provide the requested remedy upon return of the recalled battery.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

BY8708-0020-INSM4910-10

Additional identifying details

The recalled batteries were sold individually under the model number BY8708-00 for use with all SKIL 40V tools and were also sold in a combination kit with SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Push Mowers (Model #PM 4910-10) or SKIL 40V Brushless 20-in Self-Propelled Mowers (Model #SM4910-10).

Why it was recalled

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 100 reports of thermal incidents involving the batteries including overheating, melting, smoking and fire. These included eight reports of minor burns and/or smoke inhalation and 49 reports of related property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lithium-ion batteries and contact Chervon for a free replacement or refund for the price of the battery. Consumers should register for the recall online at www.skil.com/recalls. Chervon will provide a battery collection kit for the consumer to return the recalled battery and will provide the requested remedy upon return of the recalled battery.

Remedy type: Refund, Replace

Product and sales details

Brand: Chervon North America Inc.
Recall number: 25-071
Units: About 63,000 (In addition, about 359 in Canada)
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Lowe's and other hardware and home improvement stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com and Lowes.com from October 2019 through December 2024 for about $170 (for batteries sold individually) and about $400 (for combination kits with lawnmowers).
Importer: Chervon North America Inc., of Naperville, Illinois