CPSCMarch 23, 2010

Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to

Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to recalled?

A failure in the receiver's internal components can cause connected loudspeakers to overheat and cause a fire, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Niles for a free repair kit. The repair kit includes a software update for the receivers. Niles is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled receivers. Contact: For more information, contact Niles at (800) 667-3991 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.nilesaudio.com/ZR6Info, email the firm at [email protected], or write to Niles Audio Corp., Attention: ZR-6 Recall, 12331 SW 130 Street, Miami, Fla. 33186

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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
Company
Niles Audio Corp., of Miami, Fla.
Quantity
About 3,800
Sold at
Audio/video/home theater custom installation professionals nationwide from July 2008 through November 2009 for about $2,000.
Recall date
March 23, 2010
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received reports of three incidents of connected loudspeakers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Niles® ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. The receivers are black with a blue LCD display on the right side and the Niles logo in white on the front center. The receivers measure 17 inches wide x 3.5 inches high x 15 inches deep. The model number ZR-6 is located on the lower left side of the front panel of the receivers.

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