HP has expanded the recall of several lithium-ion batteries from a series of notebook computers due to potential hazards that may cause overheating, burns and even fire. About 101,000 units are said to be affected by the issues in addition to 41,000 batteries that were already recalled in June 2016. Users are strongly advised to remove the unit from the laptop and contact the company for replacement.

In the recall published by CPSC, the recalled batteries contain Panasonic cells that are compatible with several models such as HP, Compaq, HP ProBook, HP ENVY, Compaq Presario and HP Pavilion. HP branded notebook computers that came with the affected units were reportedly shipped from March 2013 to October last year. It is also important to note that there were batteries sold separately that cost between $50 to $90, which may also be part of the recall.

That said, users who bought HP laptops and batteries within the given period are recommended to check on their devices to see if they got an affected unit. Batteries included in the recall have barcodes that start with 6BZLU, 6CGFK, 6CGFQ, 6CZMB, 6DEMA, 6DEMH, 6DGAL and 6EBVA. To those who own a battery with similar bar code, please remove the unit immediately and coordinate the replacement process with HP directly.

This is necessary for safety purposes as the reported issues concerning the recalled units caused overheating, melting and charring, which have already incurred $1,000 worth of property damage. However, the American technology company claimed that only one percent of their products sold during the time period have been affected by the issue.

Due to the number of issues concerning batteries, the Chairman of Commission Elliot Kaye suggest in a statement that electronic companies should improve its standards on safety for lithium-ion batteries in addition to modernization of technology, CNET reported. Kaye also recommends companies to look for an alternative or new powers sources that could replace the current types of batteries.

HP users are expected to participate in the recall to avoid further accidents concerning the batteries. In the meantime, please go ahead and check your HP notebook computers to see if yours is an affected one.