How to Tell if Your dell laptop battery should be recalled
Turn over your laptop computer and push the battery release (in some models) to remove the battery.
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This is a partial list as of 2006; however, there may be more: Dell LatitudeTM D410, D500, D505, D510, D520, D600, D610, D620, D800 and D810; InspironTM 6000, 8500, 8600, 9100, 9200, 9300, 500m, 510m, 600m, 6400, E1505, 700m, 710m, 940 and E1705; Dell PrecisionTM M20, M60, M70 and M90 mobile workstations; and XPSTM, XPS Gen2, XPS M170 and XPS M1710.
Step3
Look closely. The batteries were also sold separately, including in response to service calls. The words "Dell" and one of the following are printed on the batteries: "Made in Japan," "Made in China" or "Battery Cell Made in Japan Assembled in China." The identification number for each battery appears on a white sticker. Have this number available when you contact Dell to determine if your battery is part of the recall.
Step4
If you feel you may have a recalled Dell battery in your possession, call Dell immediately and do not return the battery to the computer. Put it in a safe place, out of extreme temperatures and away from flames. Dell's recall line is (866) 342-0011 Monday through Friday, normal business hours.
Step5
Check the websites in the Resources section below to learn more about the battery recall efforts.
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