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CPSC, Thomson Announce Recall of Home Entertainment Amplifiers

Reported: April 17, 2003 Initiated: April 17, 2003 #03108

Product Description

The recalled RCA® 650-Watt Home Entertainment amplifiers include model numbers RT2600, RT2600DVD and RT2600DVD5 and serial numbers beginning with 220 through 230. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label on the back of the unit in the lower left corner. The recalled units may also have an "A" as the last character in the model number. The amplifier units are silver and are about 17 inches wide, 16 inches deep, and 5 inches high.

Reason for Recall

The amplifier can overheat due to a lack of ventilation, which can cause melting of the plastic front cover and pose a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug the units immediately and contact Thomson for information on how to receive a free repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled RCA® 650-Watt Home Entertainment amplifiers include model numbers RT2600, RT2600DVD and RT2600DVD5 and serial numbers beginning with 220 through 230. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label on the back of the unit in the lower left corner. The recalled units may also have an "A" as the last character in the model number. The amplifier units are silver and are about 17 inches wide, 16 inches deep, and 5 inches high.. Units affected: About 50,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The amplifier can overheat due to a lack of ventilation, which can cause melting of the plastic front cover and pose a shock hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should unplug the units immediately and contact Thomson for information on how to receive a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 17, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03108.