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Recalls / 2023-11-30

Russound Recalls AW70V6 Loudspeakers Due to Impact Injury Injury Hazard

24032 · Recalled 2023-11-30 · CPSC page

Front view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, White
Front view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, White

Description

This recall involves the Russound Model AW70V6 loudspeakers, designed primarily for use with commercial audio systems that use 70V or 100V speaker wiring, but they can also be used in residential applications. All products with the model number AW70V6 are included in this recall. The speakers have a label attached to the rear of each AW70V6 loudspeaker with "Russound", the model number, and 70V/100V. The speakers measure 12-1/6 inches high by 8-1/2 inches wide by 9-1/2 inches deep and were sold in white or black colors.

Hazards

The front baffle of the speaker can separate from the rear housing, allowing the speaker to fall from its installed location, posing an impact injury hazard to people or property below.

Reported injuries

The firm has received one report of a recalled loudspeaker falling. The damage was contained to the loudspeaker itself. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the recalled speakers that are mounted at elevated positions. Contact Russound to arrange for a free replacement loudspeaker.

Products

NameModelUnits
Russound Loudspeakers Model AW70V6About 4,600 (In addition, about 600 in Canada)

Parties

Importer
Russound/FMP Inc., of Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Made in
China
Sold at
Wholesalers who sold them to installation professionals for sale to, installation for consumers, sold at Crutchfield.com for between $400, $600 per pair.

Consumer contact

Russound at 800-638-8055 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@russound.com or online at https://russound.com/AW70V6 or https://russound.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.

More images

Side view (with bracket) of the recalled AW70V6 Russound Loudspeaker, White
Side view (with bracket) of the recalled AW70V6 Russound Loudspeaker, White
Rear view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, White
Rear view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, White
Front view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, Black
Front view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, Black
Side view (with bracket) of the recalled AW70V6 Russound Loudspeaker, Black
Side view (with bracket) of the recalled AW70V6 Russound Loudspeaker, Black
Rear view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, Black
Rear view of the recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker, Black
Sticker on back of recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker
Sticker on back of recalled Russound AW70V6 Loudspeaker

Source: CPSC recall 24032. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.