October 23, 2009
Coby Electronics is recalling about 19,600 rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Coby Electronics has received 10 reports of batteries overheating, including eight reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8-inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with 'HY.' The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. 'Coby' is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit.
The portable players, made in China, were sold at discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.
For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (877) 305-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
