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Low Return Rate and Additional Reports of Fires Prompt Re-announcement of Coby Electronics Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player Recalls

Reported: April 26, 2010 Initiated: April 26, 2010 #10205

Product Description

The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with product numbers TF-DVD 1020 and TF-DVD 8501. "Coby" is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit. The serial numbers on the recalled rechargeable batteries are printed on a label on the following batteries: Product Number Serial Number Description TF-DVD 1020 DG240043D503000001-1006 Swivel screen DG240006D503000001-400 DG240039D603000001-3000 DG240111D603000001-2000 DG240143D602000001-3000 DG240106D602000001-2000 DG240106D702000001-2000 DG240183D942000001-100 DG240071DB02000001-1400 DG240115D702000001-2500 TF-DVD 8501 Begin with "HY" 8 ½ inch screen

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the 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.

Details

Units Affected
About 32,600 (This recall was first announced in Oct. 2008 and reannounced in Oct. 2009)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Low-Return-Rate-and-Additional-Reports-of-Fires-Prompt-Re-announcement-of-Coby-Electronics-Portable-DVDCDMP3-Player-Recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with product numbers TF-DVD 1020 and TF-DVD 8501. "Coby" is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit. The serial numbers on the recalled rechargeable batteries are printed on a label on the following batteries: Product Number Serial Number Description TF-DVD 1020 DG240043D503000001-1006 Swivel screen DG240006D503000001-400 DG240039D603000001-3000 DG240111D603000001-2000 DG240143D602000001-3000 DG240106D602000001-2000 DG240106D702000001-2000 DG240183D942000001-100 DG240071DB02000001-1400 DG240115D702000001-2500 TF-DVD 8501 Begin with "HY" 8 ½ inch screen. Units affected: About 32,600 (This recall was first announced in Oct. 2008 and reannounced in Oct. 2009).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 26, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10205.

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