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Best Buy Co. Inc. Remote Controls Used With Insignia DVD Players
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
If the batteries are placed backwards in the remote control with the positive and negative sides improperly switched, overheating can result and present a burn hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the remote control immediately and contact Best Buy to receive a free replacement remote.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Best Buy toll-free at (877) 467-4289 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.BestBuy.com
The product
The white remote control has model number NS-A1113 and "Insignia" printed on the front. The keypad has black numbers/letters. The recalled remote controls were sold exclusively with the Insignia 100W DVD Compact Shelf System. The remote controls were not sold separately.
Details
- Units affected
- About 10,000
- Recall date
- February 22, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Best Buy has received one report of a remote control overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Best Buy retail stores nationwide, bestbuy.com and at bestbuybusiness.com from May 2006 through January 2007 for between $80 and $130 with the Insignia 100W DVD Players.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Best Buy Co. Inc. Recalls Remote Controls Used With Insignia DVD Players Due to Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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