CPSCAugust 20, 2009

DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fire Hazard

DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fire Hazard

Why was DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fire Hazard recalled?

The DVD players can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Durabrand DVD Players
Company
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Quantity
About 1.5 Million
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2006 through July 2009 for about $29.
Recall date
August 20, 2009
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.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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