Lithium-ion Battery Incidents are on the Rise

What is your Emergency Recall Strategy? 

A list of 354 aviation-related incidents that involved cargo or baggage-carried lithium-ion batteries since January 23, 2006, was released in February of this year (2022). 

This list specifically includes incidents that involved smoke, fire, extreme heat, or an explosion. However, it should be noted that while these are all events that the FAA is aware of, it is by no means a comprehensive list of every aviation lithium-ion incident. 

In 2022 and 2021 alone (as of February 2022), there were nearly 60 events. Among the devices involved were e-cigarettes, vape pens, cell phones, laptops, iPads, flashlights, battery chargers, Ear Buds, and other unnamed devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. While many of these emergencies were mitigated, there is no denying that with the increase in products that utilize lithium-ion batteries, there is likely to be a similar uptick in the amount of faulty lithium-ion battery-related incidents across the board (not just aboard airplanes). 

Whether you are in the lithium-ion manufacturing industry or have products in your catalog that utilize these batteries, it’s no longer a matter of “if” you have a recall situation on your hands but when. Giving consumers a way to safely transport these faulty batteries back to your facility so they can be properly disposed of is of the utmost importance. Critical Risk Solution can help ensure that you’re prepared for that scenario. 

Reach out today to schedule your introductory consultation, and we’ll ensure that every possible scenario is considered and matched with a solution.