tc electronic Recalls Bass Guitar Amplifier Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-03-21). Hazards: electric shock, fall. Models: BH250. About 388 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13149 |
| Published | 2013-03-21 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-22 |
| Product category | Amplifiers |
| Products | Bass Guitar Amplifiers |
| Firm named in the title | tc electronic |
| Firms | tc electronic, of Denmark (manufacturer); TC Group Americas, of Kitchener, ON, Canada (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 388 |
| Model numbers | BH250 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Music and instrument stores nationwide and online from August 2012 through January 2013 for about $450. |
Description
This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and "tc electronic" are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.
Hazard
A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using, unplug the amplifiers and contact tc electronic for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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