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Fire / OverheatingAugust 19, 2009CPSC #09312

Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Amplifiers
Units affected
2,300
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Krell power amplifiers with model numbers KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i and KAV-1500. The amplifiers are used to provide power to a loudspeaker in a home audio playback system. The Krell logo is printed on the front of the amplifier.

Hazard

The amplifiers were designed to operate at a temperature warm to the touch. However, a component input device can fail and cause the amplifiers to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Injuries

Krell has received 50 reports of the amplifiers overheating including reports of smoke and electrical fire. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Authorized dealers and distributors of audio equipment nationwide from January 1997 through February 2001 for between $3,000 and $8,000.

Photos

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