Recall 13-002, published October 2, 2012
Haier America Trading 42-inch LED 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
LE42B1380This recall involves Haier 42-inch LED TVs with model number LE42B1380.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Haier 42-inch LED TVs with model number LE42B1380. "Haier" is printed on the front of the TV and the model number is printed on a label on the back of the unit.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The TV stand's neck support can break and cause the TV to tip over, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and detach the TV from the stand and keep both the TV and the base in a safe location. Consumers should contact Haier America to request a free replacement stand neck to be used with the original base. Consumers with a wall-mounted TV may continue to use it but should request a free replacement stand neck in case the TV is used with the stand in the future.
What should I do if I have LE42B1380?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with LE42B1380.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (877) 813-8516, or go to www.haieramerica.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Recall published
- October 2, 2012
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 5,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Fry's Electronics and other retail stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other online retailers from September 2011 through March 2012 for about $450.
