CPSC, Yamaha Corporation of America Announce Recall of Synthesizers
CPSC recall 06513 · announced November 29, 2005 · Yamaha · 1,100 units affected
The product
The S90 ES Synthesizer is black with a black and white keyboard. "S90 ES" and "Yamaha" are written on the front of the synthesizer.
The hazard
Unit could emit loud "white noise" when turned off and turned on again under high temperature conditions, which could possibly damage a consumer's hearing.
What to do (per CPSC)
Yamaha will contact each customer to arrange for a repair or replacement at no cost to the customer.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Musical instrument retailers and dealers from August 2005 through October 2005 for a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $2,599.
Consumer contact: Call Yamaha toll-free at (800) 975-4029 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.