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Russound Recalls AW70V6 Loudspeakers Due to Impact Injury Injury Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24032
Russound Recalls AW70V6 Loudspeakers Due to Impact Injury Injury Hazard
Russound/FMP Inc., of Portsmouth, New Hampshire · Russound Loudspeakers Model AW70V6
Product 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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled speakers that are mounted at elevated positions. Contact Russound to arrange for a free replacement loudspeaker.
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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.
411 Press Analysis
Russound/FMP Inc., of Portsmouth, New Hampshire has voluntarily recalled about 4,600 (in addition, about 600 in canada) of Russound Loudspeakers Model AW70V6 as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on November 30, 2023. 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. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should receive a free replacement. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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