CPSC

Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 pl Recalled for Fire Hazard

Picture of Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player
Picture of Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player
TF-DVD1020 battery pack with white sticker and serial number
TF-DVD1020 battery pack with white sticker and serial number

Hazard

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

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the "TF-DVD 1020" 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.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (866) 945-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com

Products

Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide. The TF-DVD 1020 units containing the recalled batteries were sold from May 2007 through July 2008 for about $168.