VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries

Proudly American Store, of Canada has recalled VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on May 28, 2026. It involves a fire or burn hazard.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries, with approximately About 8,000 affected. The company behind the recall is Proudly American Store, of Canada.

From the official recall notice: “This recall involves Panasonic-branded lithium coin batteries. The three-volt silver batteries were sold in clear plastic bags with one or two batteries. The brand name and "VL2020" are embossed on the battery. Panasonic is not alleged to have engaged in any wrongdoing.”

Why was VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries recalled?

According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The recalled coin batteries are not in child-resistant packaging and do not bear the warning labels required under Reese's Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, and death.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fire or burn hazard.

A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: None reported

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.

The official recall notice states: “Consumers should stop using the coin batteries immediately, place them in an area that children cannot access and contact Proudly American Store for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the batteries according to local hazardous waste guidelines. Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.”

About this recall

This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.