Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-10-22 · 10019
Hazards
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
10019
Date
2009-10-22
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275.
Importer(s)
Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
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.