Samsung Galaxy Note7 Recall

✨ Plain-English Summary

Samsung Galaxy Note7 phones sold before September 15, 2016 have batteries that can overheat and catch fire, creating a serious burn risk. If you own one of these devices, you need to stop using it immediately and contact Samsung for a replacement, refund, or different device.

Source & Verification

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

Official source

CPSC

Announced by source

September 15, 2016

Last reviewed by RecallRadar

March 4, 2026

What You Should Do

1. 1Stop using your Galaxy Note7 immediately and power it down completely
2. 2Find your phone's IMEI number on the back of the device or its original packaging
3. 3Check if your phone is affected by visiting www.samsung.com or calling Samsung at 844-365-6197
4. 4Contact your wireless carrier, retailer, or Samsung to get a free replacement phone, refund, or different device

What's Being Recalled

Quoted source excerpt from the official notice.

This recall involves the Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphone sold before September 15, 2016. The recalled devices have a 5.7 inch screen and were sold in the following colors: black onyx, blue coral, gold platinum and silver titanium with a matching stylus. Samsung is printed on the top front of the phone and Galaxy Note7 is printed on the back of the phone. To determine if your phone has been recalled, locate the IMEI number on the back of the phone or the packaging, and enter the IMEI number into the online registration site www.samsung.com or call Samsung toll-free at 844-365-6197. Hazard: The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and power down the recalled Galaxy Note7 devices purchased before September 15, 2016. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where you purchased your device to receive free of charge a new Galaxy Note7 with a different battery, a refund or a new replacement device. Go to www.samsung.com for more details.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Official Resources

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