The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09024·Announced 2008-10-23

LeapFrog Recalls Didj Custom Gaming System Batteries and Recharging Station

LeapFrog is recalling Didj Custom Gaming System batteries and recharging stations because they can overheat and cause burns if the device is placed upside down.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn hazard) where injury has been reported (one minor hand burn), but no serious injuries or deaths are noted, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

LeapFrog Enterprises Inc. is recalling the Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for the Didj Custom Gaming System. The recall involves about 35,500 units sold at department stores, toy stores, and online retailers from July 2008 through October 2008 for about $35. The product is identified by item number 30676, which is printed on the box and the bottom of the recharging base.

The rechargeable batteries included with the Recharging Station can overheat if the gaming system is placed into the recharging base upside down. This overheating poses a burn hazard to consumers. LeapFrog has received 12 reports of the batteries overheating, including one report of a minor hand burn.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries. They should contact LeapFrog at (800) 701-5327 or visit www.leapfrog.com/recall to obtain a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld.

The recalled product

Product
Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for Didj Custom Gaming System
Affected units
35,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · LeapFrog Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif.

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