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Studio RTA Recalls TV Stands Due to TV Tip-over HazardDate: 7/18/2008
Reason: The stability of the stand does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers.
Distribution: Nationwide
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: TV Stands Units: About 6,700 Distributor: Studio RTA, of Pico Rivera, Calif. Manufacturer: King Pao Enterprise Co. Ltd., of Guangdong, China Hazard: The stability of the stand does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves "Silhouette" TV stands with black or brushed silver and black frames and three glass shelves. Models included in the recall are 403650 (brushed silver and black) and 404191 (black). Model numbers are printed on the packaging and instruction sheet. Sold by: Shopko and Boscov's stores nationwide from September 2007 through June 2008 for about $140. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the TV from stand and contact Studio RTA to receive a free repair kit. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Studio RTA at (888) 309-0299 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.studiorta.com Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 10/21/2008 Reason: The automatic gas vent damper could fail, and if the blocked vent switch does not activate, the vent could leak carbon monoxide (CO). This poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/15/2008 Reason: The rugs do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The recalled Halloween figurines contain high levels of lead in the paint. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/26/2008 Reason: The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/26/2008 Reason: The stability of the stands does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/8/2008 Reason: Irregularly positioned wires near the computer’s hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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