Defective Lithium-Ion Battery Recalls are on the Rise

What’s Your Recall Strategy?

At least 20,000 Ancheer e-bikes have been recalled because lithium-ion batteries risk overheating and catching on fire. 

In an article by Russell Maas for AboutLawsuits.com, he states that the recall of Ancheer e-bikes is due to defective lithium-ion batteries that have caused short-circuiting and thermal runaway events, resulting in hundreds of serious injuries. 

He goes on to say that this is not the first time defective lithium-ion batteries have caused a safety hazard and subsequent recall. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries pose a serious risk if not handled properly. Back in 2017, a three-year-old girl from Pennsylvania died in a house fire after a hoverboard caught on fire. 

However, this danger is not exclusive to e-bikes and hoverboards. 

E-scooters are widely popular devices powered by lithium-ion batteries, and U.S. safety officials have begun urging riders to use protective equipment while riding them. Between 2017 and 2019, more than 132,000 injuries were reported from electric scooters, hoverboards, and e-bikes. 

While a recall is never a welcome situation, it’s important to have a plan or strategy in place to ensure that it’s efficiently and safely handled. 

Fortunately, there are companies like Americase that specialize in helping businesses and individuals manage effective lithium-ion battery recalls. Back in 2019, we designed and produced a shipping bag specifically for consumers to safely ship lithium-ion batteries back for disposal. With our expertise and resources, we can help you safely dispose of any faulty lithium-ion batteries and related electronic equipment associated with the recall, minimizing the risk to yourself, your employees, and others in your community.

If you're ever faced with a lithium-ion battery recall, reach out to a trusted company like Americase for help. With our expertise and resources, we can ensure that the recall is handled safely and effectively, minimizing any potential risks to yourself and others. So why wait? Contact us today to schedule your in-person or virtual meeting to discuss how we can be a part of your recall strategy.