Coby Electronics Recalls Boomboxes Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3601.
The recalled Coby boombox is a portable CD/MP3 player with an AM/FM radio. The USB feature allows it to be connected to a computer. The boombox is primarily white with silver-colored speakers. The word "COBY" is written on the front and "DIGITAL" is written on the top. The model number "MP-CD475" also is written on the top. The recalled units have serial numbers, located on the rear of the unit beneath the AC power cord plug-in outlet, in the following range limits: 0736000001 through 0736005000 0816000001 through 0816005300 0826000001 through 0826003500
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3601.
Consumers should unplug these boomboxes immediately, and contact the firm for information on returning the recalled units and receiving a refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Discount, Toy And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From August 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $20 And $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3601.
For additional information, call Coby Electronics Corp. at (800) 524-9219 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com
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Discount, Toy And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From August 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $20 And $50. Recall FAQ
Discount, Toy And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From August 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $20 And $50. is the subject of an electronics recall: Coby Electronics Recalls Boomboxes Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on April 24, 2007 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,800 units are potentially affected.