DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled August 20, 2009 · CPSC recall 09316 · DVD
Hazard
The DVD players can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Units
About 1.5 Million
Incidents / injuries
Wal-Mart has received 12 reports of DVD players overheating, five of which have resulted in fires that caused property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall involves a single DVD player with a remote control. The device is silver colored and has a U-shaped opening at the top to insert the DVD.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Wal-Mart Stores at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com
Product
Durabrand DVD Players
Imported by
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Retailers
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2006 through July 2009 for about $29.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →