Bass Amplifiers Recalled by Fender Musical Instruments Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09759 · announced July 31, 2009 · Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (fmic) · 90 units affected
The product
The recall involves the SWR® Natural Blonde™ 120V acoustic bass amplifier, model 44-60600-000. The amplifier measures about 26 inches x 16 inches x 15 inches, and has a blonde-textured vinyl covering with a black control plate and black stamped steel vibration-free grill. The model number is located on the top rear panel of the amplifier. "SWR" and "Natural Blonde" are printed on the front of the amplifier.
The hazard
The recalled amplifier's wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled amplifiers immediately and contact FMIC for a free inspection and repair. Fender is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled bass amplifiers.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Authorized musical instrument retailers from April 2007 through May 2009 for about a MSRP of $1,550.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact FMIC at (800) 856-9801 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site www.swrsound.com, or email the firm at consumerrelations@fender.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.