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CPSCRecalled Feb 7, 2006 · #06082

CPSC, VSM Sewing Inc. Announce Recall of Sewing Machines

Hazard

Electrical arcing can occur in the machine's power supply, posing a risk of fire.

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Description

The Husqvarna Viking Designer I sewing and embroidering machines have white plastic exterior and contain the words "Husqvarna Viking" and "Designer I." The recall involves units with serial number, which are located on the bottom of the machine, in the following ranges: | Beginning with - Ending with | 0 - 0 or 6 | 1 - 9 | 2 - 3 | 3 - 1 | 4 - 2 | 5 - 0, 1, 3, 4 or 9 | 6 - 1, 3 or 4 | 7 - 1, 2 or 4 | 8 - 2 or 4 | 9 - 1 or 5 |

Product details

Product
Husqvarna Viking Designer I Sewing and Embroidery Machines
Type
Sewing Machines
Manufacturer
VSM Group AB of Husqvarna, Sweden
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Independent sewing machine dealers nationwide from January 1999 through December 2004 for between $5,500 and $6,000.
Made in
Sweden

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these sewing machines, and return them to the dealer where purchased for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice