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CPSCRecalled Mar 9, 2005 · #05130

CPSC, JVC Announce Recall to Repair Rear-Projection Televisions

Hazard

An internal electrical connection can cause electrical arcing, charring or smoking inside the television, which pose a fire risk to consumers.

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Description

The recalled 52-inch and 61-inch JVC rear projection televisions were manufactured between May 2004 and November 2004. The televisions have the following model and serial numbers: HD-52Z575: 10980014 through 16980772HD-52Z575: 16986471 through 16989999HD-52Z585: 10980031 through 16981502HD-61Z575: 10980031 through 16982712 HD-61Z585: 10980031 through 16980942 The model and serial numbers can be found on the back of the television in the lower center portion of the unit. The JVC logo appears on the front of the television.

Product details

Product
Rear-projection televisions
Type
Televisions, Mounts, Guards & Antennas
Manufacturer
JVC Americas Corp., of Wayne, N.J.
Model numbers
52Z575, 10980014, 16980772HD-52Z575, 16986471, 16989999HD-52Z585, 10980031, 16981502HD-61Z575, 16982712, 61Z585, 16980942
UPCs
Sold at
Consumer electronic stores nationwide, from July 2004 through January 2005, for between $3,000 and $5,500.
Made in
Mexico

What you should do

Consumers should immediately contact JVC for further instructions and to schedule a free in-home service. JVC is contacting registered consumers directly via regular mail and e-mail to arrange a free at-home service.

View the official CPSC notice