CPSC2007-04-12
Flat Panel TV Tilt-Mount Brackets Recalled by Circuit City Stores Inc. Due to Risk of Falling Units
Logitek (HK) International Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong
Hazard
If upward force is applied to a mounted television, the bracket's lock bar could unfasten. This could cause the television to fall and injure bystanders.
Remedy
Circuit City has mailed free repair kits to those consumers it can contact. Consumers who have not received the free repair kit should contact Circuit City immediately to request it. Consumers can also request a free repair by a professional installer.
Sold at
Circuit City stores nationwide from September 2006 through April 2007 for about $180 for Model VPSW103M and $140 for Model VPSW103M2.
Affected count
About 9,900
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Verge Flat Panel Television Tilt-Mount Brackets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Circuit City toll-free at (888) 666-9897 anytime, or visit Circuit City's Web site at www.circuitcity.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Flat-Panel-TV-Tilt-Mount-Brackets-Recalled-by-Circuit-City-Stores-Inc-Due-to-Risk-of-Falling-UnitsDon't want to check this manually?
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