Apple iBook and PowerBook G4 Battery Recall

✨ Plain-English Summary

Apple is recalling lithium-ion batteries used in older iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 laptops because an internal defect can cause them to overheat and catch fire. If you own one of these computers, you should stop using the affected battery immediately to prevent a potential fire hazard. (Estimated repair/replacement value: $50-100 if not covered by recall program)

Source & Verification

This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.

Official source

CPSC

Announced by source

May 20, 2005

Last reviewed by RecallRadar

March 4, 2026

What You Should Do

1. 1Check if your iBook G4 or PowerBook G4 has a recalled battery by removing it and checking the model number (A1061, A1078, or A1079) and serial number on the bottom
2. 2Stop using the recalled battery immediately if your serial number falls within the affected ranges (HQ441-HQ507, 3X446-3X510, or 3X446-3X509)
3. 3Power your computer using only the AC adapter until you receive a replacement
4. 4Contact Apple to request a free replacement battery

What's Being Recalled

Quoted source excerpt from the official notice.

The recalled lithium-ion batteries are used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. The recalled batteries include those with model numbers A1061, A1078 and A1079 and serial numbers that begin with HQ441 through HQ507 or 3X446 through 3X510. Consumers should remove the battery from the computer to view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the unit. No other PowerBook or iBook batteries are involved in this recall. Computer model name Battery model number Battery serial number range 12-inch iBook G4 A1061 HQ441 - HQ507 12-inch PowerBook G4 A1079 3X446 - 3X510 15-inch PowerBook G4 A1078 3X446 - 3X509 Hazard: An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.

Who's Affected

Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:

Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.

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