Wal-Mart Announces Recall Expansion of Durabrand DVD Players Due to Fire Hazard
The hazard
The DVD player's circuit board can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: Wal-Mart has received 14 reports of DVD players overheating, seven of which have resulted in fires that caused property damage. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
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 atwww.walmartstores.com
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall involves a single DVD player with a remote control. The device was sold in three colors-silver, pink and purple and has a U-shaped opening at the top to insert the DVD. The DVD players were sold under the following UPC codes and model numbers: Silver: UPC 1799901002, Model No. 1002 Pink: UPC 1799934100, Model No. 1002 PINK Purple: UPC 1799932100, Model No. 1002 PUR