CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2002-12-26

CPSC, Madrigal Announce Recall of Subwoofers

03062 · Recalled 2002-12-26 · CPSC page

Back of recalled subwoofer
Back of recalled subwoofer

Description

The recalled Revel B-15 subwoofers have an outer cabinet with a black or gray speaker grill on the front and are about 20 inches in width, height, and depth. The brand name "Revel" is printed on the bottom left of the rear panel and "PERFORMA B15 SUBWOOFER" is printed on the bottom right.

Hazards

A screw inside of the subwoofer can cause a high voltage short, which could cause a severe injury to consumers, through an electric shock.

Reported injuries

Madrigal has received one report of electric shock; though, no injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should not touch the rear panel, use the power switch, or remove the power cord or any connections from the back of the unit until it is repaired.

Products

NameModelUnits
SubwoofersAbout 1,300

Parties

Manufacturer
Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Specialty audio dealers sold the subwoofers nationwide, in Puerto Rico, from January 2001 through October 2002, for about $3, 000.

Consumer contact

Consumers should immediately contact the dealer from whom the subwoofer was purchased or Madrigal at (800) 424-8043 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free repair and new computer software. Consumers also can visit the company's website at www.revelspeakers.com

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Front of recalled subwoofer
Front of recalled subwoofer

Source: CPSC recall 03062. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.