Recall #05-161 · Published April 21, 2005
Sharp Electronics 27-Inch Sharp Conventional Tube (CRT) televisions
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
CSR5027The model number can be found on the label on the back of the television.
Which products are included?
The recalled 27-inch Sharp conventional tube televisions include models 27RS50, 27RS100 and CSR5027. The model number can be found on the label on the back of the television.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as crayons, metal objects or straws, can ignite posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for a free repair.
- Brand
- Sharp Electronics
- Recall published
- April 21, 2005
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 373,000
- Sold at / sales period
- The recalled televisions were sold at electronics retailers, department stores and mass merchandisers nationwide, from March 2001 through February 2005, for about $250.