CPSC, Thomson Inc. Announce Recall of Portable DVD Player Batteries

Hazard

The battery can overheat and explode while recharging, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using and stop recharging the battery immediately and contact Thomson Inc. for a free replacement battery. The portable DVD player is not being recalled, and consumers can continue to use it without the battery, until they receive a replacement battery. The player can be used with the AC Power Adapter by simply unplugging the battery from the unit and plugging the AC Power Adapter into the 9-volt jack on the unit.