CPSC2023-10-05
Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard
Russound/FMP Inc., of Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Hazard
The internal circuit board components can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers and contact Russound to arrange for a free replacement unit to be installed at no cost by a certified professional installer.
Sold at
Sold to wholesalers, who then sell them to installation professionals for sale to and installation for consumers from January 2021 through July 2023 for about $4,000.
Affected count
About 3,170 (In addition, about 245 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 16 reports of smoking, charring and burning. The damage has been contained to the unit only. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers
Consumer contact
Russound at 800-638-8055 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@russound.com or online at https://russound.com/MCA88 or https://russound.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Russound-Recalls-MCA-88-Multizone-Controller-Amplifiers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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