CPSC2006-12-14
Clarion Recalls Vehicle Navigation and Entertainment System Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Kiryung Electronics of Seoul, South Korea
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Clarion Corp. to receive a free replacement battery and a postage-paid envelope to return the recalled battery.
Sold at
Car audio and mobile electronics stores from May 2006 through December 2006 for about $900.
Affected count
About 2,500
Injuries reported
Clarion has received four reports of the unit melting or overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
South Korea
Products
Batteries in Clarion N.I.C.E. P200 Navigation and Entertainment Systems
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Clarion Corp. at (800) 347-8667 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarion.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Clarion-Recalls-Vehicle-Navigation-and-Entertainment-System-Batteries-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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