Definitive Technology Recalls SuperCube 2000 Subwoofers Due to Risk of Shock
CPSC recall 13158 · announced March 28, 2013 · Dei Sales Inc., Dba Definitive Technology · 900 units affected
The product
This recall involves the SuperCube 2000 powered subwoofers with "0912HB" as part of a serial number printed on the back of the unit. The subwoofer measures 11 inches tall by 11 inches wide by 11 inches deep and has a black cloth grille wrapping all four sides with a glossy black top cap. "Definitive" is printed on the bottom front of the speaker.
The hazard
An internal failure with the subwoofer's level input jack (RCA jack) results in a shock hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the subwoofer in the theater system and contact Definitive Technology for a replacement. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received two reports of consumers who were shocked while handling the unit.
Sold at: Electronics stores nationwide and online at BestBuy.com and Amazon.com between November 2012 and January 2013 for about $600.
Consumer contact: Definitive Technology at (800) 228-7148 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.definitivetechnology.com and click on "view the recall notice on select SuperCube 2000 models" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.