CPSC2007-08-16
Clarion Expands Recall of 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. for a full refund, information on returning the product, and a postage paid envelope to return the product.
Sold at
Car audio and mobile electronics stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2007 for a suggested retail price of $800.
Affected count
About 1,500 additional units (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2006)
Injuries reported
Clarion has received 15 reports of the units melting or overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
South Korea
Products
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, email parts@clarion.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarion.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Clarion-Expands-Recall-of-Vehicle-Navigation-and-Entertainment-System-Batteries-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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