CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers
USCPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
LSiW Powered Subwoofer
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Polk-Audio-Announce-Recall-of-LSiW-Powered-Subwoofers |
| Title | CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/8b37be0dcccb4fa08550ca811a188940.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Subwoofer AM8080-A |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/784d4a8221d9476280723bbe3009932e.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Subwoofer AM8083-A |
| Hazards › Name | Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke. |
| Injuries › Name | Polk Audio has received six reports of smoke coming from these subwoofers. No injuries or property damage have been reported. |
| Products › Name | LSiW Powered Subwoofer |
| Products › Type | Speakers |
| Products › Category I D | 2141 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 670 |
| Recall I D | 3060 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Stereo and electronics stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for about $1,180. |
| Recall Date | 2005-01-26T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Distributors › Name | Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md. |
| Recall Number | 05533 |
| Consumer Contact | Contact Polk Audio, Inc. at (800) 377-7655 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-11-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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