An urgent recall has been issued for the Ayonz dual screen portable DVD player being sold in JB Hi-Fi stores across Australia.

Product Safety Australia warned the battery may overheat and catch fire, causing a risk of serious injury, death and property damage.

"An incident has occurred," the authority said.

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An urgent recall has been issued for the Ayonz dual screen portable DVD player being sold in JB Hi-Fi stores across Australia.

The DVD player with serial numbers AGL37790001 to AGL37791000 was sold in JB Hi-Fi stores from January 1 this year to October 7.

Anyone who bought the product is urged to stop using it immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Customers seeking further information can contact Ayonz on (02) 8279 8606.

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