"We discovered that some Sony batteries in previous models of PowerPC-based iBooks and PowerBooks do not meet Apple's standards for safety and performance," Apple said in a statement.
Computer model name | Battery model number | Battery serial numbers |
---|---|---|
12-inch iBook G4 | A1061 | ZZ338 through ZZ427 3K429 through 3K611 6C510 through 6C626 |
12-inch PowerBook G4 | A1079 | ZZ411 through ZZ427 3K428 through 3K611 |
15-inch PowerBook G4 | A1078 and A1148 | 3K425 through 3K601 6N530 through 6N551 6N601 |
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.
Consumer Contact: : Contact Apple at (800) 275-2273 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Sunday or log on to Apple’s Web site at http://support.apple.com/batteryprogram to check the battery’s serial number and request a replacement battery.