CPSCMarch 21, 2013

tc electronic Bass Guitar Amplifier recall: Electrical Shock Hazard

tc electronic Recalls Bass Guitar Amplifier Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Why was tc electronic Bass Guitar Amplifier recalled?

A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using, unplug the amplifiers and contact tc electronic for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. Contact: tc electronic; at (800) 349-4699 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.tcelectronic.com and click on BASS at the top of the page then on BH250 and select BH250 RECALL for more information. Consumers can also send an email to [email protected].

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

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
Bass Guitar Amplifiers
Company
tc electronic, of Denmark, TC Group Americas, of Kitchener, ON, Canada
Quantity
About 388
Sold at
Music and instrument stores nationwide and online from August 2012 through January 2013 for about $450.
Recall date
March 21, 2013
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and "tc electronic" are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.

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