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Product recall · CPSCAugust 20, 2009Serious
DVD Players
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The DVD players can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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 immediately stop using the product and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart Stores at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com
The product
This recall involves a single DVD player with a remote control. The device is silver colored and has a U-shaped opening at the top to insert the DVD.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1.5 Million
- Recall date
- August 20, 2009
- Brand
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Wal-Mart has received 12 reports of DVD players overheating, five of which have resulted in fires that caused property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2006 through July 2009 for about $29.
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: “DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart 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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