Recalls / 2014-10-16

Sanus Simplicity Television Wall Mounts Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Impact Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

15008 · Recalled 2014-10-16 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves the Sanus Simplicity model SLF5. The wall mounts are black and made of metal. They are about 30 inches long and 18 inches tall. The center bar of the mount can extend out to about 13 inches. The mounts fit most 37 inch to 80 inch, flat-panel televisions up to125 lbs. The words "Sanus Simplicity" are located on the top left corner of the box the product is sold in and on the instruction manual. The words are not found directly on the product. The model numbers can be found on the product label sticker located on the metal wall plate, under the plastic cover that covers the top horizontal bar.

Hazards

The nut securing the television to the main arm assembly can loosen causing the attached television to become detached from the arm assembly, posing an impact hazard.

Reported injuries

Milestone has received two reports of the television becoming detached from the arm assembly. One injury to a shoulder has been reported.

Remedy

The company is contacting consumers and providing a free repair kit. Consumers should follow the instructions to do the repair provided in the letter and contact Milestone if they have any questions or concerns.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Sanus Simplicity SLF5 flat screen television wall mounts		About 207,000

Parties

Importer: Milestone AV Technologies LLC of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Made in: China
Sold at: Costco

Consumer contact

Milestone toll-free at (877) 277-3707 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday or online at www.milestone.com and click on Recall Information at the lower right corner for more information.

More images

Label location circled in red, under plastic cover.

Source: CPSC recall 15008. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.