Recalls / 2008-10-08

Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard

09004 · Recalled 2008-10-08 · CPSC page

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

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

Coby Electronics has received four reports of batteries overheating, three of which resulted in minor property damage from a fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players		About 13,000

Parties

Importer: Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success, N.Y.
Made in: China
Sold at: Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (866) 945-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com

More images

TF-DVD1020 battery pack with white sticker and serial number

Source: CPSC recall 09004. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.