Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-08-19 · 09312
Hazards
The amplifiers were designed to operate at a temperature warm to the touch. However, a component input device can fail and cause the amplifiers to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Recall
Number
09312
Date
2009-08-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Amplifiers
Companies
Retailer(s)
Authorized dealers and distributors of audio equipment nationwide from January 1997 through February 2001 for between $3,000 and $8,000.
Distributor(s)
Krell Industries LLC, of Orange, Conn.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This recall involves Krell power amplifiers with model numbers KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i and KAV-1500. The amplifiers are used to provide power to a loudspeaker in a home audio playback system. The Krell logo is printed on the front of the amplifier.