Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
"Toshiba", Model SD-P1600, and the serial number can be found on a rating label on the bottom of the cabinet for the DVD player.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the AC adapter sold with the Toshiba portable DVD player Model SD-P1600. "Toshiba" and ADPV16 can be found on the side of the adapter. "Toshiba", Model SD-P1600, and the serial number can be found on a rating label on the bottom of the cabinet for the DVD player.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The AC adapters can fail, causing the portable DVD player to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Toshiba has received two reports of minor damage to the bottom of the DVD player. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the AC adapters immediately and contact Toshiba Customer Solutions for a replacement adapter.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 08-015
- Units
- About 142,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Consumer electronics stores nationwide from January 2005 through April 2006 for between $200 and $230.
- Distributor
- Toshiba America Consumer Products LLC, of Wayne, N.J.
Toshiba AC Adapters Sold with Portable DVD Players
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Toshiba Customer Solutions toll-free at (877) 290-6064 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.csd.toshiba.com/cgi-bin/tais/support/jsp/navShell.jsp?cf=Consumer_Notices
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.