1. At least 100 fires in Japan over three and a half years have been linked to recalled products containing lithium-ion batteries.
2. Analysis of data from the Consumer Affairs Agency revealed that about 400 reported fires were connected to such products, with at least 100 caused by recalled items.
3. Lawyer Nakamura Masato has urged the government and manufacturers to improve the way recall information is communicated to consumers, suggesting measures like multiple emails or postcards for better reach.
2. Analysis of data from the Consumer Affairs Agency revealed that about 400 reported fires were connected to such products, with at least 100 caused by recalled items.
3. Lawyer Nakamura Masato has urged the government and manufacturers to improve the way recall information is communicated to consumers, suggesting measures like multiple emails or postcards for better reach.
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100 fires in Japan linked to recalled lithium-ion battery products over 3.5 years, with about 400 reported fires total. Approx. 100 fires caused by recalled items. Lawyer Masato urges government and manufacturers to improve recall communication methods, suggesting multiple emails or postcards for
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251002_14/#summary
Date: Oct. 2, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-02
Created: 2025/10/03 03:10
Updated: 2025/12/08 01:26
Last Read: 2025/10/03 07:28