CPSC2012-11-01
Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard
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Hazard
A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug any dual-voltage CineMate II systems and contact Bose to arrange for a free repair or replacement of the bass module.
Sold at
U.S. Military Exchanges and select U.S. retailers from September 2009 through September 2012 for between $600 and $800.
Affected count
About 20,500
Injuries reported
Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems
Consumer contact
Bose Corporation; toll-free (877) 354-1004, 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday ET in the U.S. or 001 (508) 614-1842, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday outside the U.S., or www.bose.com/safety for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Bose-Recalls-Dual-Voltage-CineMate-II-Home-Theater-Speaker-Systems-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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