The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13149·Announced 2013-03-21

tc electronic Recalls Bass Guitar Amplifiers Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

tc electronic is recalling 250 W bass guitar amplifiers because a loose nut can cause an electrical shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

tc electronic is recalling approximately 388 of its 250 W bass guitar amplifiers, model BH250. The recall involves units with serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. These amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high, and 9 inches deep, featuring a red front panel with the model and brand name printed on it. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the unit.

The recall is being issued because a nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The amplifiers were sold at music and instrument stores nationwide and online from August 2012 through January 2013 for about $450. Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the amplifiers. They should contact tc electronic at (800) 349-4699 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.tcelectronic.com to select the BH250 RECALL page for instructions on free shipping and repair.

The recalled product

Product
Bass Guitar Amplifiers
Manufacturer
tc electronic, of Denmark
Category
Consumer Product — Musical Instruments
Hazard
Affected units
388

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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