# Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2009-10-22 · 10019 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 10019
- **Date:** 2009-10-22
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players

## Hazards

The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Coby-Electronics-Recalls-Rechargeable-Batteries-Sold-with-Portable-DVDCDMP3-Players-Due-to-Fire-Hazard)
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