Yamaha In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers Recalled After Reports of Units Falling
Recall 06172 · May 26, 2006 · Yamaha Electronics Corporation
4,300
units affected
4,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06172
- Date
- May 26, 2006
- Company
- Yamaha Electronics Corporation
- Units affected
- 4,300
- Product
- Yamaha In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers
- Product type
- Speakers
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
The recalled models are the In-Ceiling Speaker, NS-IW360C, which is round; and the In-Wall Speaker, NS-IW660, which is rectangular. Both models have a white rim and grill, and black interior. Each individual speaker has its own unique serial number. The model and serial numbers appear both on the box and on the speakers. The following are the recalled serial numbers: Name of Product Model Number Serial Numbers Yamaha In-Ceiling Speaker NS-IW360C 523601 through 526800 and 600001 through 604400 Yamaha In-Wall Speaker NS-IW660 500001 through 501000
What can happen
On some speakers, the mounting clamps can break causing the speaker to fall. Falling speakers could possibly hit consumers.
The fix
Consumers should contact Yamaha to determine whether their speakers are subject to this recall, and if so, how to get free replacement speakers.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Yamaha has received 14 reports of falling speakers. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Audiovisual and electronic entertainment stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2006 for about $180 (NS-IW360C) or $350 (NS-IW660).
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled yamaha in-ceiling and in-wall speakers?
Consumers should contact Yamaha to determine whether their speakers are subject to this recall, and if so, how to get free replacement speakers.
What is the hazard?
On some speakers, the mounting clamps can break causing the speaker to fall. Falling speakers could possibly hit consumers.
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.