JVC 42 inch flat panel televisions

CPSC Recall #14-270 — September 4, 2014

Recall #14-270 Date: September 4, 2014 Remedy: Repair

Product

JVC 42 inch flat panel televisions

Description

The neck of the JVC Emerald Series flat panel television's stand can crack and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly. This poses a risk of injury to the consumer.

Hazard

The neck of the stand can crack and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.

Incidents / Injuries

JVC has received 16 reports of cracked television stand necks. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers using the stand assembly (neck and base) should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location and contact AmTRAN Video for a replacement stand neck. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement neck in case the stand assembly is needed for future use.

Units Affected

About 27,000

Sold At

BJ's Wholesale, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Walmart, and other retail stores nationwide, online at Walmart.com, Costco.com, and other internet retailers from February 2014 through August 2014 for between $370 and $470.

Manufactured In

China