CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers

Recalled January 26, 2005 · CPSC recall 05533 · Polk Audio

Hazard

Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Customer Service department for instructions on obtaining a replacement subwoofer or a refund.

Units

About 670

Incidents / injuries

Polk Audio has received six reports of smoke coming from these subwoofers. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom back edge of the subwoofer. The subwoofer measures 16 3/4 inches high by 16 7/8 inches wide by 19 3/8 inches deep, and weighs about 81 pounds.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Customer Service department for instructions on obtaining a replacement subwoofer or a refund.

Contact

Contact Polk Audio, Inc. at (800) 377-7655 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product

LSiW Powered Subwoofer

Distributed by

Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md.

Retailers

Stereo and electronics stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for about $1,180.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →