CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-01-26 · 05533
Hazards
Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.
Recall
Number
05533
Date
2005-01-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
LSiW Powered Subwoofer
Companies
Retailer(s)
Stereo and electronics stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for about $1,180.
Distributor(s)
Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom back edge of the subwoofer. The subwoofer measures 16 3/4 inches high by 16 7/8 inches wide by 19 3/8 inches deep, and weighs about 81 pounds.