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Product recall · CPSCNovember 8, 2007Serious
Coby Electronics DVD/CD/MP3 Players
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The portable DVD/CD/MP3 players can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the portable DVD/CD/MP3 players and contact the firm for information on returning the units and receiving a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Coby Electronics Corp. toll-free at (877) 231-9240 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com
The product
This recall involves two different portable DVD/CD/MP3 players: Product Model Number Description 5" TFT Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player with TV Tuner and Digital AM/FM Tuner TF-DVD170 Product is spherical in shape with a 5" TV screen in front. The name "COBY" is written above the screen. The model number can be found on the bottom of the unit. 5.6" TFT Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player and NTSC TV Tuner TF-DVD176 Product is spherical in shape with a 5.6" TV screen in front. The name "COBY" is written above the screen. The model number can be found on the bottom of the unit.
Details
- Units affected
- About 12,000
- Recall date
- November 8, 2007
- Brand
- Coby Electronics Corp., of Maspeth, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Coby Electronics Corp. has received three reports of the units overheating, one of which involved minor property damage from a fire. No injuries have been reported.
Discount, electronics, music, toy, and office supply stores, as well as distributors of electronics products, nationwide from May 2006 through October 2007 for between $140 and $170.
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: “Coby Electronics Recalls DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire 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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