Wal-Mart Announces Recall Expansion of Durabrand DVD Players Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09335
Recall Date
2009-09-01
Manufacturer
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Units Affected
About 4.2 million (This recall was first announced in Aug. 2009)
Products Involved
Durabrand DVD Players
Hazard
The DVD player's circuit board can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
Wal-Mart has received 14 reports of DVD players overheating, seven of which have resulted in fires that caused property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2006 through July 2009 for about $29
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves a single DVD player with a remote control. The device was sold in three colors-silver, pink and purple and has a U-shaped opening at the top to insert the DVD. The DVD players were sold under the following UPC codes and model numbers: Silver: UPC 1799901002, Model No. 1002 Pink: UPC 1799934100, Model No. 1002 PINK Purple: UPC 1799932100, Model No. 1002 PUR
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28