CPSC2009-04-02
Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Insignia 26-Inch Flat-Panel LCD Televisions Due to Fire Hazard
Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
Hazard
The television's power supply can fail, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled televisions and contact the Best Buy hotline to receive a gift card for the value of a replacement television.
Sold at
Best Buy stores nationwide, at www.bestbuy.com, and www.bestbuyforbusiness.com from August 2005 through June 2006 for about $800.
Affected count
About 13,300
Injuries reported
Best Buy has received two reports of fires that included damage to the television and wall. One consumer reported minor burns to the hands.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Insignia 26-inch flat-panel LCD model IS-LCDTV26 televisions
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Best Buy at (800) 233-0462 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bestbuy.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Best-Buy-Announces-the-Recall-of-Certain-Insignia-26-Inch-Flat-Panel-LCD-Televisions-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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