Coby Electronics · Recalled
Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 19,600
- Reports
- 10
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $140–$275
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275.
- Product type
- Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success N.Y.
Incident log
Coby Electronics has received 10 reports of batteries overheating, including eight reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.
For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (877) 305-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated OCT 22 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.
