Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

Attached as Exhibit 99.1 is a press release dated November 5, 2009, which contains information regarding the Company's results of operations and financial condition for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2009. The earnings release shall be deemed furnished but not filed.

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors;
Appointment of Certain officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

On November 3, 2009, Gordon A. Ulsh, President and Chief Executive Officer of Exide Technologies (the "Company"), submitted, and the Board of Directors (the "Board") accepted, a third amendment (the "Third Amendment") to Mr. Ulsh's Amended and Restated Employment Agreement (the "Amended Agreement"). The Third Amendment reflects Mr. Ulsh's request to cede his title as the Company's President under the Amended Agreement. The Board thereafter elected Edward J. O'Leary President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. O'Leary will serve in this role under his current terms. Mr. O'Leary previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

10.1 Letter dated November 3, 2009, amending the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement of Gordon A. Ulsh
99.1 Press release dated November 5, 2009 announcing results of operations
99.2 Press release dated November 5, 2009 announcing the appointment of Edward J. O'Leary as President and Chief Operating Officer