CPSC2007-03-20
Casio® Inc. Announces Recall of Electronic Keyboards Due to Fire Hazard
Casio Computer Co. Ltd., of Tokyo, Japan
Hazard
The recalled keyboards can overheat when in use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the keyboard immediately, unplug it and remove the batteries. Consumers should contact Casio for a free repair.
Sold at
Wal-Mart, Best Buy and music instrument stores nationwide, in catalogs, on Casio's Web site, and on other Web sites between May 2006 and February 2007 for between $70 and $150.
Affected count
About 12,000
Injuries reported
Casio® has received five reports of keyboards overheating, including two incidents that resulted in fire. There have been two reports of property damage, in addition to the unit itself. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electronic Musical Keyboards
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Casio at (973) 361-5400 Ext. 1352 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET seven days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.casio.com
Official notice
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