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Cobra Electronics Recalls Children's Two-Way Radios with Rechargeable Batteries Due to Chemical Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively in Toys "R" Us Stores

Reported: November 13, 2008 Initiated: November 13, 2008 #09044

Product Description

The recall involves two-way radios with the 300 mAh "CEL" batteries. The walkie talkie style radios are made of pink plastic and come in purple packaging. Product number PR191-2VP is located on the front of the packaging and on the label inside the battery compartment. The batteries are standard AAA Nickel Metal Hydride battery cells with a black wrapper with the battery name 300 mAh (CEL) with the date code (TF or RF) on the battery itself.

Reason for Recall

The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte, posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the two-way radios and contact the company for a free replacement and a 20% off coupon for a future purchase at www.cobra.com. If batteries have leaked on to the radio, do not touch the liquid, and contact the company for a free replacement product.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Cobra-Electronics-Recalls-Childrens-Two-Way-Radios-with-Rechargeable-Batteries-Due-to-Chemical-Burn-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-in-Toys-R-Us-Stores

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves two-way radios with the 300 mAh "CEL" batteries. The walkie talkie style radios are made of pink plastic and come in purple packaging. Product number PR191-2VP is located on the front of the packaging and on the label inside the battery compartment. The batteries are standard AAA Nickel Metal Hydride battery cells with a black wrapper with the battery name 300 mAh (CEL) with the date code (TF or RF) on the battery itself.. Recalled by Cobra Electronics, of Chicago, Ill.. Units affected: About 8,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte, posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the two-way radios and contact the company for a free replacement and a 20% off coupon for a future purchase at www.cobra.com. If batteries have leaked on to the radio, do not touch the liquid, and contact the company for a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 13, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09044.

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