Argus Electronics, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03E024000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03E024000 by Argus Electronics, Inc.. Includes 10,600 affected units, ARGUS/CYBERHOME PROTABLE DVD PLAYER/OVERHEATS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Car adapter for cyberhome portable dvd player, hsn item #707613 and sold in march 2003. the player may become very hot when used with the rechargeable battery in place.

Corrective Action

Argus will mail replacement adapters to its customers free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin april 18, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact argus electronics at 888-274-8740.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03E024000

Manufacturer: Argus Electronics, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-04-14T00:00:00

Subject: Argus/cyberhome protable dvd player/overheats

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 10,600

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Car adapter for cyberhome portable dvd player, hsn item #707613 and sold in march 2003. the player may become very hot when used with the rechargeable battery in place.

Consequence Summary: Using the car adapter with the battery can cause the adapter to overheat and possibly melt, creating a risk of fire if flammable material is nearby.

Corrective Action: Argus will mail replacement adapters to its customers free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin april 18, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact argus electronics at 888-274-8740.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-z5z8~wczu_kg2r

NHTSA ID: 03E024000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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