Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E024000 Reported April 14, 2003

Argus/cyberhome protable dvd player/overheats

Q: What is recall 03E024000?

NHTSA recall 03E024000 was issued by Argus Electronics, Inc. on April 14, 2003. It addresses: Argus/cyberhome protable dvd player/overheats. The recall affects approximately 10,600 vehicles , with the defect involving the Equipment component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Argus Electronics, Inc. · Equipment · 10,600 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03E024000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Argus Electronics, Inc.

Component

Equipment

Vehicles Affected

10,600

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

April 14, 2003

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Argus Electronics, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03E024000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03E024000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03E024000?

NHTSA recall 03E024000 was issued by Argus Electronics, Inc. on April 14, 2003. It addresses: Argus/cyberhome protable dvd player/overheats. The recall affects approximately 10,600 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Argus Electronics, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E024000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.