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Verizon Recalls 2.5 Million Hotspot Devices Over Fire Hazard
9 Apr 2021
Verizon is recalling 2.5 million hotspot devices after discovering that the battery in the devices can overheat, creating a fire hazard.
CNBC reports that Verizon is recalling 2.5 million hotspot devices after discovering that the lithium-ion battery in the devices can overheat and create a fire hazard. The recall relates to Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots imported by Franklin Wireless Corp and sold between April 2017 and March 2021.
Hotspot models labeled: MHS900L, MHS900LS, and MHS900LPP are all impacted by the fire hazard.
Verizon disclosed the recall on Thursday alongside a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). A spokesperson for Verizon stated that just over 1 million of the recalled hotspots are currently in use.
Fire risk makes Verizon recall 2 5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots
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Recall Summary
Hazard: The lithium ion battery in the hotspots can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers can reduce the risk of hazard by powering the unit off, unplugging it from its power source and store in a place away from children, on top a hard surface with adequate ventilation around the unit and away from combustibles until it can be properly returned to Verizon.
If consumers must use the product for internet access, then they should take the following steps:
Turn the recalled hotspot on and plug it in to allow the hotspot to receive two over-the-air automatic software updates that: