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• Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions Could Be Prevented by New Kind of Sensor

  March 26, 2025

  Michael Adams

  Researchers have developed a new kind of sensor to detect gas leaks in lithium-ion batteries, which often occur prior to fires or explosions.

• Jeep Battery Fires Lead to Class Action Lawsuit Over Hybrid Wrangler Vehicles

  March 10, 2025

  Michael Adams

  A New York man has filed a class action lawsuit against FCA US, alleging that lithium-ion batteries in certain Jeep Wrangler plug-in hybrid vehicles remain at risk of catching fire, despite multiple recall repairs.

• Apple Watch Settlement Will Provide $20M in Payouts Over Battery Swelling Problems

  February 5, 2025

  Michael Adams

  Certain customers who reported that the watch faces on their Apple Series 0, 1, 2 or 3 smartwatches shattered could be eligible for a portion of the settlement.

• SKIL Power Tools Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Risks

  January 17, 2025

  Michael Adams

  Following a SKIL battery recall announced in December 2024, an Illinois man has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, alleging that he never would have bought the product if he’d known of the potential danger.

• CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Lithium-Ion Battery Chargers Linked to Fires, Death

  October 15, 2024

  Darian Hauf

  The defective chargers were sold online through Amazon.com and other websites, and may pose a serious risk of overheating, sparking or catching on fire.

• CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Universal E-Bike and E-Scooter Chargers Due to Fire Risks

  September 6, 2024

  Darian Hauf

  Aftermarket chargers for lithium ion powered scooters, bikes and other micromobility products have led to over one hundred reports of fire or thermal events, including injuries and property damage, federal safety officials warn.

• Lithium Ion Batteries May Contribute to Global PFAS Contamination, Study Warns

  July 22, 2024

  Tyler New

  A new study warns that lithium ion battery production may be linked to increased PFAS water and soil contamination near production facilities worldwide.

• Modified Vape Kits Increase Risk of Fire, Explosions and Other Problems For Teens, Young Adults: Study

  June 24, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new report reveals teens may be endangering themselves by modifying e-cigarettes and vape kits for uses they were never designed for, such as recharging disposable units and putting cannabis in tanks designed for nicotine and other e-juices.

• EPA Issues Rule to Protect Consumers, Workers from Toxic Chemicals Used in Electronics

  June 18, 2024

  Grace Muller

  The EPA has announced a proposed rule to restrict the use of NMPs; chemicals used in electronics, degreasers and other products, which have been linked to liver damage, kidney damage, and problems with the immune and nervous systems.

• CPSC Issues UPP E-bike Battery Warning After Reports of Fires, Property Damage

  April 24, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  The CPSC is warning consumers not to use UPP E-bike batteries due to reports of overheating in the U.S. and U.K., which have resulted in fires and property damage.