CPSC2011-02-11
Rechargeable Batteries in Video Baby Monitors Recalled to Replace by Summer Infant Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Babies R Us
MP and BK, of China
Hazard
The battery in the handheld video monitor can overheat and rupture, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the video baby monitors with the recalled batteries and contact Summer Infant to receive a postage paid envelope to return the defective battery in exchange for a free replacement battery. The monitor can continue to be used on AC power with power cord.
Sold at
Babies R Us from September 2009 to May 2010 for about $200.
Affected count
About 58,000
Injuries reported
Summer Infant has received five reports of ruptured batteries, including three incidents of minor property damage. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Rechargeable batteries sold with certain Slim and Secure™ Video Monitors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Summer Infant between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (800) 426-8627, or visit the firm's website at www.summerinfant.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Rechargeable-Batteries-in-Video-Baby-Monitors-Recalled-to-Replace-by-Summer-Infant-DueDon't want to check this manually?
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