Recall #13-002 · Published October 2, 2012
Haier America Trading 42-inch LED Televisions
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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.
- 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.