FYI: Marine Battery Recall

ketron47

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From the Consumer Report Web Page:<br />Marine-type 12-volt batteries <br /><br />Could explode and cause chemical and heat burns and lacerations. <br /><br />Products: 11,000 batteries, designed for use in boats and as auxiliary power source in mobile homes and recreational vehicles, sold 9/98-12/98 for $79 to $89. Brand names include "Action Pack," "Centennial Battery," "Pro-Guide," "Sea Volt," "Trojan," and others. Only batteries designated as Type 27TMN are subject to recall. Suspect batteries bear one of following designations stamped on positive post of battery terminal: I01, I04, I12, I14, I15, I21, I29, J05, or J17. <br /><br />What to do: Return battery to store for replacement. For information, call Trojan Battery at 800 568-9889.
 

rebars1

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Re: FYI: Marine Battery Recall

Thanks for the info. <br /><br />I wonder how many of those batteries are still in use after seven years? It seems like the manufacturer waited a long time to recall them.
 
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