Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
CPSC Recall #10-724 — March 22, 2010
Product
Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers
Description
This recall involves Niles® ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. The receivers are black with a blue LCD display on the right side and the Niles logo in white on the front center. The receivers measure 17 inches wide x 3.5 inches high x 15 inches deep. The model number ZR-6 is located on the lower left side of the front panel of the receivers.
Hazard
A failure in the receiver's internal components can cause connected loudspeakers to overheat and cause a fire, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received reports of three incidents of connected loudspeakers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Niles for a free repair kit. The repair kit includes a software update for the receivers. Niles is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled receivers.
Units Affected
About 3,800
Sold At
Audio/video/home theater custom installation professionals nationwide from July 2008 through November 2009 for about $2,000.
Manufactured In
China