CPSC2007-04-24
Coby Electronics Recalls Boomboxes Due to Fire Hazard
Coby Electronics Corp., of Maspeth, N.Y.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug these boomboxes immediately, and contact the firm for information on returning the recalled units and receiving a refund.
Sold at
Discount, toy and office supply stores nationwide from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.
Affected count
About 13,800
Injuries reported
Coby Electronics Corp. has received 18 reports of these boomboxes overheating, resulting in three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Coby-Brand USB/MP3/CD Digital Boomboxes
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Coby-Electronics-Recalls-Boomboxes-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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