Recalls / 2005-11-28
CPSC, Sanus Systems Announce Recall of Television Wall Mounting Units
06039 · Recalled 2005-11-28 · CPSC page
Description
This is a swing-arm wall-mount for flat panel televisions. The TV wall mount being recalled is the VisionMount model VMSA. The TV wall mount measures 18.5 inches high and 29 inches wide and is sold in black and silver. There is no writing on the unit.
Hazards
An undersized shaft within the wall mounting unit can cause the product's main support component to loosen. As a result, the unit and the television it is supporting can fall from the wall, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Reported injuries
Sanus Systems has received one report of significant loosening in the product's main support component. No incidents or injuries relating to unit failure have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Sanus Systems immediately to request a free safety bracket and instructions on how to install the safety device.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| VisionMount model VMSA swing-arm television wall-mounting unit | About 14,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Sanus Systems, of St. Paul, Minn.
- Made in
- United States, China
- Sold at
- Audio Video stores, 2005 for about $350.
Consumer contact
Contact Sanus Systems at (800) 359-5520 between 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.sanus.com
Source: CPSC recall 06039. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.