CPSC issues stop warning on UPP batteries with model number “U004” or “U004-1”

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CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Unit Pack Power (UPP) E-bike Batteries Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury and Death

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning to consumers to stop using Unit Pack Power (UPP) black triangular battery packs with model number “U004” or “U004-1” after 13 people in the United States reported the battery overheated, including seven reports of fire and substantial property damage. The batteries are manufactured by Shenzhen Unit Pack Power Technology Co. Ltd., d/b/a Unit Pack Power or UPP, of China, which has refused to conduct an acceptable recall.