CPSC2010-03-23
Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
Niles Audio Corp., of Miami, Fla.
Hazard
A failure in the receiver's internal components can cause connected loudspeakers to overheat and cause a fire, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Niles for a free repair kit. The repair kit includes a software update for the receivers. Niles is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled receivers.
Sold at
Audio/video/home theater custom installation professionals nationwide from July 2008 through November 2009 for about $2,000.
Affected count
About 3,800
Injuries reported
The firm has received reports of three incidents of connected loudspeakers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Niles at (800) 667-3991 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.nilesaudio.com/ZR6Info, email the firm at ZR6Info@nilesaudio.com, or write to Niles Audio Corp., Attention: ZR-6 Recall, 12331 SW 130 Street, Miami, Fla. 33186
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Audio-Receivers-Recalled-by-Niles-Audio-Corp-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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