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Mohu Recalls Boomboxes Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Reported: June 1, 2016 Initiated: June 1, 2016 #16749

Product Description

This recall involves all models and serial numbers of the Mohu BeBox smart boombox with built-in Android touchscreen tablet. The unit is a black, portable speaker that measures approximately 13 inches in height, 19 inches in width, 5 inches in depth and weighs about 14.5 pounds. It included a power supply 18V@3.5A and 3.5mm shielded stereo auxiliary cable. The front surface is covered in a black, metallic grill and the back of the unit is black plastic. It features a small Mohu logo on the middle, lower front and an embossed Mohu logo on the middle, center back.

Reason for Recall

The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boombox, unplug it, keep it powered off and contact Mohu for a box and pre-paid return shipping label to send the recalled unit to Mohu for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,700

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all models and serial numbers of the Mohu BeBox smart boombox with built-in Android touchscreen tablet. The unit is a black, portable speaker that measures approximately 13 inches in height, 19 inches in width, 5 inches in depth and weighs about 14.5 pounds. It included a power supply 18V@3.5A and 3.5mm shielded stereo auxiliary cable. The front surface is covered in a black, metallic grill and the back of the unit is black plastic. It features a small Mohu logo on the middle, lower front and an embossed Mohu logo on the middle, center back.. Units affected: About 1,700.
Why was this product recalled?
The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boombox, unplug it, keep it powered off and contact Mohu for a box and pre-paid return shipping label to send the recalled unit to Mohu for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 1, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16749.