CPSC, Viking Sewing Machines Recall Sewing Machines

Recalled December 7, 1999 · CPSC recall 00026b · Viking Sewing Machines

Recalled Husqvarna Viking sewing machine

Hazard

When removing the sewing machine's power cord from the power transformer on the sewing machine, loose pins from the power transformer could remain in the cord, posing a risk of electric shock.

Remedy

Consumers should only unplug these machines from the wall outlet, and should not remove the power cord from the sewing machine power transformer. Consumers should call an authorized Viking dealer to arrange for a free safety inspection. If needed, the dealer will replace the defective power transformer free of charge.

Units

About 1,100

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

These model #1+ sewing machines have "VIKING Husqvarna" and "#1+" written on the front of the machine. Consumers should check their sewing machine's serial number, located on the bottom of the machine. The machine is part of the recall if it falls within the following ranges: Serial Number Range between 10000001 and 19999991 Serial Number Range between 20000009 and 29999999 Serial Number Range between 33600003 and 33699993 Serial Number Range between 50000002 and 59999992

What to do

Contact

For additional questions, contact Viking at (800) 446-2333 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product

Husqvarna Viking sewing machines

Manufacturer(s)

Viking Sewing Machines Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio

Retailers

Authorized Viking dealers sold these sewing machines nationwide, from January 1998 through September 1998, for about $4,000.

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