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Clarion Recalls Vehicle Navigation and Entertainment System Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

Reported: December 14, 2006 Initiated: December 14, 2006 #07056

Product 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," "Rechargeable Li-Polymer Battery," and "Made in Korea" are printed on the battery. Only N.I.C.E. P200 units with serial numbers ending in "UE" or "UF" are affected by this recall. The serial number is located on a white label on the back of the device.

Reason for Recall

The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Clarion Corp. to receive a free replacement battery and a postage-paid envelope to return the recalled battery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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," "Rechargeable Li-Polymer Battery," and "Made in Korea" are printed on the battery. Only N.I.C.E. P200 units with serial numbers ending in "UE" or "UF" are affected by this recall. The serial number is located on a white label on the back of the device.. Recalled by Kiryung Electronics of Seoul, South Korea. Units affected: About 2,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Clarion Corp. to receive a free replacement battery and a postage-paid envelope to return the recalled battery.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 14, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07056.