Lorex is recalling multiple models of its “Care ‘N’ Share” video baby monitors because the batteries sometimes swell to the point of popping out of their compartments.
The batteries also heat up so much that they are at risk of burning, according to the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
The company said it has encountered almost 500 such cases, but no injuries have been reported. The company also said a safety feature would prevent the the swelling batteries from exploding.
Lorex is recalling some 34,000 baby monitors, models WL3520, WL4320 and WL3401, all made in China. About 8,000 of the total figure were sold in Canada.
Lorex Care 'N' Share baby monitors model numbers (back panel). cpsc.gov
