Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-10-22). Hazards: fire, burn. About 19,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10019 |
| Published | 2009-10-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players |
| Firm named in the title | Coby Electronics |
| Firms | Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 19,600 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275. |
Description
The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8 ½ inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with "HY." The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. "Coby" is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit.
Hazard
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.
Incidents and injuries
Coby Electronics has received 10 reports of batteries overheating, including eight reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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