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Product Recall Number: 05-533

Why was LSiW Powered Subwoofer recalled?

Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

LSiW Powered Subwoofer
Here's product recall specific data for LSiW Powered Subwoofer.

  • Product Recall Number: 05-533

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2005-01-25

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: LSiW Powered Subwoofer

  • Description: This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom, back edge of the subwoofer. The subwoofer measures 16 ?-inches high by 16 7/8-inches wide by 19 3/8-inches deep, and weighs about 81 pounds.

  • Hazard Description: Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Refund, Replace

  • Units: About 670

  • Incidents: Polk Audio has received six reports of smoke coming from these subwoofers. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Customer Service department for instructions on obtaining a replacement subwoofer or a refund.

  • Sold At: Stereo and electronics stores nationwide from June 2004 through August 2004 for about $1,180.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: None Listed

  • Custom Label: Retailer:

  • Custom Field: Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md.