Coby Electronics Recalls DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players
Date of Recall
2007-11-08CPSC Release Number
08-076Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 231-9240Units
About 12,000Importer
Coby Electronics Corp., of Maspeth, N.Y.Sold By
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.Problem/Hazard
The portable DVD/CD/MP3 players can overheat, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
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.Description
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. |
Remedy
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.Consumer 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.comRecall Comments
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