Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-10-08 · 09004
Hazards
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
09004
Date
2008-10-08
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. The TF-DVD 1020 units containing the recalled batteries were sold from May 2007 through July 2008 for about $168.
Importer(s)
Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
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