Nearly 13,000 Philips Avent Baby Monitors were recalled after 23 reports of the batteries overheating, including 7 people who suffered minor injuries.
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Philips Avent Baby Monitors Recalled for Burn Injury Hazard
In August 2023, Philips recalled about 12,850 Philips Avent Digital Video Baby Monitors because the batteries can overheat and cause burn injuries or property damage.
How Many People Were Burned?
Philips said it received 23 reports of Philips Avent Video Baby Monitors overheating in Europe, including 7 people who reported minor burn injuries. No incidents or injuries were reported in the U.S.
What is the Problem?
According to the recall website, Philips said “there is a low risk that the battery in the parent unit may overheat while plugged into the electrical outlet.”
The recall notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) blamed the problem on the batteries:
“The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a risk of burns and property damage.”
Was My Baby Monitor Recalled?
The recall involves specific Philips Avent Digital Video Baby monitor models that were produced between January 2016 and January 2020.
The product consists of a Baby Unit (camera) and a Parent Unit (monitor with a 3.5-inch color screen) pair.
The recalled baby monitors include models SCD630 and SCD843 only, manufactured between March 2016 and December 2019. The model numbers and production date codes, in day-month-year format, are located on the bottom of the Parent Unit. The monitors and camera are white. The name “Philips Avent” is printed on the front.
Where Were They Sold?
Philips Avent Baby Monitors were sold online at ToysRUs.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Jet.com, and https://www.usa.philips.com/ from March 2016 through January 2020 for between $120 and $200.
Do I have a Philips Avent Baby Monitor Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Philips Avent Baby Monitor induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with a severe side effect, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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