Hoshino USA Inc. Recalls to Repair Electric Bass
Recall 06161 · May 10, 2006 · Hoshino USA Inc.
700
units affected
700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06161
- Date
- May 10, 2006
- Company
- Hoshino USA Inc.
- Units affected
- 700
- Product
- Ibanez Basses
- Product type
- Musical Instruments
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves 2005 and 2006 Ibanez Soundgear, Roadgear and Gary Willis series basses. Model numbers are located on the back of the headstock. Models included in this recall are: GWB105NTF SR1000EBGNTF SR1000EFMNTF SR1000EPBNTF SR1000EWNNTF SR1000EZWNTF SR1005EBGNTF SR1005EFMNTF SR1005EPBNTF SR1005EWNNTF SR1005EZWNTF RD900AHNHS RD900FMNT
What can happen
If the battery is improperly installed, the bass can overheat, causing internal damage and a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the basses immediately and contact their local Ibanez dealer for a free inspection and repair. Dealers will remedy the hazard by having affected basses updated with a new battery snap connector.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of the bass not working, due to improper battery installation. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.
- Sold at
- Authorized Ibanez dealers nationwide from March 2005 through March 2006 for between $700 and $1,400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ibanez basses?
Consumers should stop using the basses immediately and contact their local Ibanez dealer for a free inspection and repair. Dealers will remedy the hazard by having affected basses updated with a new battery snap connector.
What is the hazard?
If the battery is improperly installed, the bass can overheat, causing internal damage and a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.