Product Recall Number: 13-022
Why was Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems recalled?
A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 13-022
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2012-10-31
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems
Description: The bass module can ignite when used in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, such as those found overseas.
Hazard Description: A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair, Replace
Units: About 20,500
Incidents: Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug any dual-voltage CineMate II systems and contact Bose to arrange for a free repair or replacement of the bass module.
Sold At: U.S. Military Exchanges and select U.S. retailers from September 2009 through September 2012 for between $600 and $800.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: Mexico
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed