Television Wall Mounts Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Injury Hazard

Flat screen television wall mounts

Date of Recall

2010-08-25

CPSC Release Number

10-326

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(877) 894-6280

Units

About 131,000

Manufacturer

Milestone AV Technologies LLC, of Savage, Minn.

Sold By

The Sanus Vision Mount model LF228-B1 was sold through independent television mount dealers nationwide from June 2009 through July 2010 for about $450. The Simplicity model SLF2 was sold through Costco from June 2009 through July 2010 for about $200.

Problem/Hazard

The elbow joint components on the wall mount’s arm do not fit together properly, causing the attached television to tilt and possibly fall when the television is adjusted. This could pose an injury hazard to a consumer.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

This recall involves the Sanus Vision Mount model LF228-B1 wall mounts and Simplicity model SLF2. The wall mounts were sold for flat screen televisions. The model numbers can be found on the UL sticker on the wall plate.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately inspect the wall mount to determine if the elbow joint fits properly and contact Milestone for a free replacement wall mount arm. Instructions for visual inspections are located at www.milestone.com/recall

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Milestone toll-free at (877) 894-6280 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Saturday through Sunday or visit the firm’s website at www.milestone.com/recall

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