The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·09004·Announced 2008-10-08

Coby Recalls Rechargeable Batteries for Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard

Coby Electronics is recalling rechargeable batteries sold with TF-DVD 1020 portable players because they can overheat and cause fires. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with reported property damage, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' under the Severe category.

Plain-English summary

Coby Electronics Corp. is recalling rechargeable batteries sold with TF-DVD 1020 portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The recall involves approximately 13,000 units sold nationwide from May 2007 through July 2008 for about $168. The batteries are identified by specific serial numbers listed on a white sticker affixed to the battery pack.

The recalled batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Coby Electronics has received four reports of batteries overheating, three of which resulted in minor property damage from a fire. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the TF-DVD 1020 players with the recalled batteries and contact Coby Electronics to arrange for a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled batteries, consumers can continue to use the unit with the AC or DC power adapter. For additional information, consumers can contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (866) 945-2629 or visit www.cobyusa.com.

The recalled product

Product
Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players
Manufacturer
Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics
Hazard
Affected units
13,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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