Recalls / 2005-03-09

CPSC, JVC Announce Recall to Repair Rear-Projection Televisions

05130 · Recalled 2005-03-09 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled 52-inch and 61-inch JVC rear projection televisions were manufactured between May 2004 and November 2004. The televisions have the following model and serial numbers: HD-52Z575: 10980014 through 16980772HD-52Z575: 16986471 through 16989999HD-52Z585: 10980031 through 16981502HD-61Z575: 10980031 through 16982712 HD-61Z585: 10980031 through 16980942 The model and serial numbers can be found on the back of the television in the lower center portion of the unit. The JVC logo appears on the front of the television.

Hazards

An internal electrical connection can cause electrical arcing, charring or smoking inside the television, which pose a fire risk to consumers.

Reported injuries

JVC has received two reports of incidents, including one case of melted television parts and one case of a minor television fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact JVC for further instructions and to schedule a free in-home service. JVC is contacting registered consumers directly via regular mail and e-mail to arrange a free at-home service.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Rear-projection televisions		26,500

Parties

Manufacturer: JVC Americas Corp.
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Consumer electronic, from July 2004 through January 2005, for, 000, 500.

Consumer contact

Call JVC at (800) 252-5722 between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET any day or log on to the company's Web site at www.jvc.com/support/notification

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Location of Model Number, Month code and Serial number

Source: CPSC recall 05130. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.