Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-11-01). Hazards: fire. About 20,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13022 |
| Published | 2012-11-01 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-12 |
| Product category | Speakers |
| Products | Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems |
| Firm named in the title | Bose |
| Firms | Bose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 20,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Sold | U.S. Military Exchanges and select U.S. retailers from September 2009 through September 2012 for between $600 and $800. |
Description
This recall involves dual-voltage CineMate Series II and CineMate GS Series II digital home theater speaker systems designed to operate with U.S. 120-volt electrical outlets and European outlets of 220 volts or higher. Each speaker system includes two speakers, one bass module, a remote control device, an interface module and accessories. The components are black. Dual-voltage systems included in the recall have a product code of 051365, 051470 or 057971, which are the first six digits of the serial number on the product label located on the back of the bass module.
Hazard
A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug any dual-voltage CineMate II systems and contact Bose to arrange for a free repair or replacement of the bass module.
Incidents and injuries
Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.
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