Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 22, 2005
CPSC, Petters Consumer Brands LLC Announce Recall of Batteries Found In Polaroid Portable DVD Players
The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn. recalled The recall involves external battery packs used with the Polaroid-brand portable DVD play… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Petters Consumer Brands LLC Announce Recall of Batteries Found In Polaroid Portable… was recalled by Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn. in December 22, 2005. Reason: The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consume…. Remedy: The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue u…. Verify recall #06060 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consume….
- Moderate
- severity level
- December 22, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06060 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #06060) was formally reported on December 22, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 165,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue using the portable DVD player without the battery, by detaching it from the unit, and plugging in the DC Cord o… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
About 165,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall involves external battery packs used with the Polaroid-brand portable DVD players in 7-inch and 8-inch screen sizes. The 7-inch DVD player has model number PDV-0700 and the 8-inch player has a model number of PDV-0800. The players and battery packs are silver in color. The battery packs attach to the bottom of the DVD player and have the following serial numbers: DVD Model Number Battery Pack Serial Number Range PDV-0800 060300020000001 through 060300020018000 070300020008001 through 070300020020000 PDV-0700 04170303070001000001 through 04170303070001005000 04270303070001005001 through 04270303070001010000 05040303070001010001 through 05040303070001014000 05150303070001014101 through 05150303070001016100 05190303070001016101 through 05190303070001020100 05260303070001020101 through 05260303070001024100 06010303070001024401 through 06010303070001024900 060300010024101 through 060300010033523 060300010033524 through 060300010050100 070300010050101 through 070300010114100 080300010114101 through 080300010159100 090300010159101 through 090300010193100
Reason for recall
The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue using the portable DVD player without the battery, by detaching it from the unit, and plugging in the DC Cord or the AC Power Adapter.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06060 |
| Date reported | December 22, 2005 |
| Date initiated | December 22, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 165,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue using the portable DVD player without the…
- Check the recall number (06060) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves external battery packs used with the Polaroid-brand portable DVD players in 7-inch and 8-inch screen sizes. The 7-inch DVD player has model number PDV-0700 and the 8-inch player has a model number of PDV-0800. The players and battery packs are silver in color. The battery packs attach to the bottom of the DVD player and have the following serial numbers: DVD Model Number Battery Pack Serial Number Range PDV-0800 060300020000001 through 060300020018000 070300020008001 through 070300020020000 PDV-0700 04170303070001000001 through 04170303070001005000 04270303070001005001 through 04270303070001010000 05040303070001010001 through 05040303070001014000 05150303070001014101 through 05150303070001016100 05190303070001016101 through 05190303070001020100 05260303070001020101 through 05260303070001024100 06010303070001024401 through 06010303070001024900 060300010024101 through 060300010033523 060300010033524 through 060300010050100 070300010050101 through 070300010114100 080300010114101 through 080300010159100 090300010159101 through 090300010193100. Recalled by Petters Consumer Brands LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn.. Units affected: About 165,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue using the portable DVD player without the battery, by detaching it from the unit, and plugging in the DC Cord or the AC Power Adapter.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06060.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (06060) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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