Which laptops are affected?

Certain battery packs shipped worldwide in HP laptops manufactured between July 2007 and May 2008. HP earlier recalled 54,000 defective batteries in May 2010, and 70,000 in May 2009. Just five percent of HP laptops included in the recall program contain defective batteries.

The has a chart that lists all laptop model numbers and battery bar codes associated with the recall to date.

My laptop is on the list. What should I do?

Remove the battery from your computer and contact HP. The company's at its Notebook PC Battery Pack Replacement Program website will help you determine if your product is affected.