Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard

Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems

Date of Recall

2012-11-01

CPSC Release Number

13-022

Manufactured In

Mexico

Company Phone Number

(877) 354-1004

Units

About 20,500

Distributor

Bose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass.

Sold By

U.S. Military Exchanges and select U.S. retailers from September 2009 through September 2012 for between $600 and $800.

Problem/Hazard

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.

Injuries/Incidents

Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.

Description

This recall involves dual-voltage CineMate Series II and CineMate GS Series II digital home theater speaker systems designed to operate with U.S. 120-volt electrical outlets and European outlets of 220 volts or higher. Each speaker system includes two speakers, one bass module, a remote control device, an interface module and accessories. The components are black. Dual-voltage systems included in the recall have a product code of 051365, 051470 or 057971, which are the first six digits of the serial number on the product label located on the back of the bass module.

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.

Consumer Contact

Bose Corporation; toll-free (877) 354-1004, 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday ET in the U.S. or 001 (508) 614-1842, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday outside the U.S., or www.bose.com/safety for more information.

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