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CPSC recall · Reported August 3, 2023

Philips Avent Digital Video Baby Monitors Recalled by Philips Personal Health Due to Burn Hazard

The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a risk of burns and property damage.

Recall #
23250
Affected scope
About 12,850
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Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.v., of The Netherlands recalled This recall involves Philips Avent video baby monitors used to remotely monitor infants. ….

Philips Avent Digital Video Baby Monitors Recalled by Philips Personal Health Due to Burn… was recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.v., of The Netherlands in August 3, 2023. Reason: The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a ris…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Digital Video Baby Monitors and contact Phili…. Verify recall #23250 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.v., of The Netherlands issued this CPSC recall-The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a ris….

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August 3, 2023
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23250 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

This recall involves Philips Avent video baby monitors used to remotely monitor infants. They consist of a Baby Unit (camera) and a Parent Unit (monitor) pair. The monitor has a 3.5-inch color screen. The recalled baby monitors include models SCD630 and SCD843 only, manufactured between March 2016 and December 2019. The model numbers and production date codes, in day-month-year format, are located on the bottom of the Parent Unit. The monitors and camera are white. Philips Avent is printed on the front.

Reason for recall

The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a risk of burns and property damage.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the Digital Video Baby Monitors and contact Philips Avent for a free replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 23250
Date reported August 3, 2023
Date initiated August 3, 2023
Recalling firm Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.v., of The Netherlands
Affected scope About 12,850
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the Digital Video Baby Monitors and contact Philips Avent for a free replacement.

  • Check the recall number (23250) 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?
This recall involves Philips Avent video baby monitors used to remotely monitor infants. They consist of a Baby Unit (camera) and a Parent Unit (monitor) pair. The monitor has a 3.5-inch color screen. The recalled baby monitors include models SCD630 and SCD843 only, manufactured between March 2016 and December 2019. The model numbers and production date codes, in day-month-year format, are located on the bottom of the Parent Unit. The monitors and camera are white. Philips Avent is printed on the front.. Recalled by Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.v., of The Netherlands. Units affected: About 12,850.
Why was this product recalled?
The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a risk of burns and property damage.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the Digital Video Baby Monitors and contact Philips Avent for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 3, 2023. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 23250.
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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