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BenQ America Recalls GV31 Portable Projectors Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn…

CPSC · July 30, 2026

BenQ America Recalls GV31 Portable Projectors Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards — CPSC recall announced July 30, 2026.
Hazard: The recalled projectors' lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards..
Units affected: About 1,249 (In addition, about 240 were sold in Canada).
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the projectors immediately and contact BenQ for a free battery repair or replacement….
Details as of August 1, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency: CPSC
Posted: July 30, 2026
Status: Consumers should stop using the projectors immediately and…
Source ID: 26647

Description

This recall involves BenQ-branded portable projectors, model GV31. The white, circular projectors measure about 5.2 inches by 8 inches by 7.5 inches; weigh about 3.7 pounds and are powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The projectors sit on a gray base and have a built-in speaker, a carrying strap, a lens and control buttons at the top. They were shipped with a remote control. The brand name and model number are printed on the label on the underside of the projector's gray base.

Products: BenQ GV31 Portable Projectors
Sold at: Online at BenQ Store, BenQ INFTY lab, Iconic Micro, Memory Express and Amazon.com from July 2023 through May 2026 for between $500 and $600.
Incidents: The firm has received three reports of the projector overheating, including one incident resulting in burns on hands.