Recalls / 2007-08-16
Clarion Expands Recall of Vehicle Navigation and Entertainment System Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
07278 · Recalled 2007-08-16 · CPSC page
Description
The N.I.C.E. P200 is a black portable navigation and entertainment device that can be attached to a vehicle's windshield. The device has a 4-inch touch screen LCD monitor and contains one lithium battery. "Clarion" and "N.I.C.E. P200" are printed on the device. "Clarion NAVBATTERY" is printed on the battery. The recall includes any N.I.C.E. P200 in which batteries were previously replaced.
Hazards
The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Reported injuries
Clarion has received 15 reports of the units melting or overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Clarion Corp. for a full refund, information on returning the product, and a postage paid envelope to return the product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| N.I.C.E. P200 Navigation and Entertainment Systems | About 1,500 additional units (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2006) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Kiryung Electronics
- Distributor
- Clarion Corp. of America, of Cypress, Calif.
- Made in
- South Korea
- Sold at
- Car audio
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Clarion Corp. at (800) 347-8667 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, email parts@clarion.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarion.com
Source: CPSC recall 07278. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.