Coby Electronics Recalls Boomboxes Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07165 · announced April 24, 2007 · Coby Electronics · 13,800 units affected
The product
The recalled Coby boombox is a portable CD/MP3 player with an AM/FM radio. The USB feature allows it to be connected to a computer. The boombox is primarily white with silver-colored speakers. The word "COBY" is written on the front and "DIGITAL" is written on the top. The model number "MP-CD475" also is written on the top. The recalled units have serial numbers, located on the rear of the unit beneath the AC power cord plug-in outlet, in the following range limits: 0736000001 through 0736005000 0816000001 through 0816005300 0826000001 through 0826003500
The hazard
When left plugged into an electrical outlet and the off switch is not firmly in place, these boomboxes can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should unplug these boomboxes immediately, and contact the firm for information on returning the recalled units and receiving a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Coby Electronics Corp. has received 18 reports of these boomboxes overheating, resulting in three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Discount, toy and office supply stores nationwide from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Coby Electronics Corp. at (800) 524-9219 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.