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Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Name: Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Brand: AMX, of Richardson, Texas
SKU: CPSC-10035
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: January 28, 2010Recall ID: 10035Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

A defect in the battery can cause the battery pack to overheat and rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves AMX 5000 series (MVP-5100, MVP-5150, MVP-5200i) wireless touch panels. The model number can be found on a label on the back of the unit. These touch panels can be used as remote controls for residential or commercial audio/visual systems. AMX 5000 series touch panels are available in black or white and include a 5.2" wide screen color LCD display. The touch panel's dimensions are 4 3/4" x 7 9/16" x 13/16".

Affected Products

Rechargeable Batteries sold with MVP 5000 Series Wireless Touch Panels

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Rechargeable-Batteries-Used-with-Touch-Panels-for-AudioVisual-Systems-Recalled-by-AMX-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Title	Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/4b649ce682ba419a8af72c31c6c7918d.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Picture of Recalled MVP-5200i wireless touch panel
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/2c275ae7aeb146f7a529912fda81bd06.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Picture of Recalled MVP-5100, MVP-5150 wireless touch panel
Hazards › Name	A defect in the battery can cause the battery pack to overheat and rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers
Injuries › Name	None reported.
Products › Name	Rechargeable Batteries sold with MVP 5000 Series Wireless Touch Panels
Products › Type	Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Products › Category I D	1808
Products › Number Of Units	About 115,000
Recall I D	35
Remedies › Name	Consumer should immediately stop using the touch panels and contact AMX for instructions on how to receive a replacement battery at no cost.
Retailers › Name	AMX dealers nationwide from May 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,400 and $4,200.
Recall Date	2010-01-28T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves AMX 5000 series (MVP-5100, MVP-5150, MVP-5200i) wireless touch panels. The model number can be found on a label on the back of the unit. These touch panels can be used as remote controls for residential or commercial audio/visual systems. AMX 5000 series touch panels are available in black or white and include a 5.2" wide screen color LCD display. The touch panel's dimensions are 4 3/4" x 7 9/16" x 13/16".
Recall Number	10035
Manufacturers › Name	AMX, of Richardson, Texas
Consumer Contact	For additional information, contact AMX at (800) 222-0193 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.amx.com, or email the firm at service@amx.com and reference "XPX5000B."
Last Publish Date	2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country	United States
Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country	Mexico

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Recalling FirmAMX, of Richardson, Texas

Recall Hazard Severity

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