CPSCRecalled Oct 8, 2008 · #09004
Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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This recall involves batteries with serial numbers listed below sold with the TF-DVD 1020 portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The battery's serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to it. The product looks like a small laptop computer and has a 10" swivel TV screen. "COBY" is written on the front cover and under the screen. "TF-DVD 1020" can be found on the bottom of the unit. Recalled Batteries Serial Number Ranges: DG240043D503000001-1006 DG240006D503000001-400 DG240039D603000001-3000 DG240111D603000001-2000 DG240143D602000001-3000 DG240106D602000001-2000 DG240106D702000001-2000 DG240183D942000001-100 DG240071DB02000001-1400 DG240115D702000001-2500
Product details
- Product
- Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players
- Type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- 1020, MP3, DG240043D503000001-1006, DG240006D503000001-400, DG240039D603000001-3000, DG240111D603000001-2000, DG240143D602000001-3000, DG240106D602000001-2000, DG240106D702000001-2000, DG240183D942000001-100, DG240071DB02000001-1400, DG240115D702000001-2500
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide. The TF-DVD 1020 units containing the recalled batteries were sold from May 2007 through July 2008 for about $168.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the "TF-DVD 1020" players with the recalled batteries and contact the firm to arrange for a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled batteries from the unit, consumers can continue to use it with the AC or DC power adapter.