Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that certain Traxxas lithium-ion and lithium-polymer battery packs may overheat, catch fire, explode, or enter thermal runaway during charging, storage, or ordinary use.
What Consumers Report About the Products
Consumers report purchasing Traxxas vehicles and battery systems based on marketing emphasizing:
- High-performance rechargeable battery technology.
- Convenient charging systems and battery management features.
- Safe operation for hobbyists and families.
- Long-lasting power and reliability.
Consumers report that, in reality:
- Battery packs allegedly overheated while charging.
- Some consumers report battery explosions, fires, and smoke damage.
- Battery failures allegedly damaged homes, garages, vehicles, and personal property.
- Consumers claim they were not adequately warned about the severity of thermal-runaway risks.
Many consumers report purchasing the products for family use without understanding the potential fire hazards associated with high-capacity lithium battery systems.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Lithium-ion battery failures can result in catastrophic fires, property damage, and personal injury. Consumers may have purchased products that allegedly lack adequate safety protections or warnings regarding foreseeable battery hazards.
Potential concerns may include:
- Defective battery design
- Failure to warn of fire risks
- Property damage and loss-of-use claims
- Economic losses associated with battery replacement and damaged equipment
Signs You May Be Affected
- Your Traxxas battery overheated, caught fire, or exploded.
- You experienced smoke damage or property damage.
- Your battery failed during charging or storage.
- You were not warned about the risk of thermal runaway.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.