DVD Players Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
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.
Hazard
The DVD players can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2006 through July 2009 for about $29.
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