CPSC recall 06-172, announced May 26, 2006, covers Yamaha In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers (about 4,300 units). On some speakers, the mounting clamps can break causing the speaker to fall. The notice cites 14 incident reports. Consumers should contact Yamaha to determine whether their speakers are subject to this recall, and if so, how to get free replacement speakers. Recall contact: call (800) 609-2624, go to usa.yamaha.com, or email yecsupport@yamaha.com.
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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.
Each individual speaker has its own unique serial number.
Which products are included?
The recalled models are the In-Ceiling Speaker, NS-IW360C, which is round; and the In-Wall Speaker, NS-IW660, which is rectangular. Both models have a white rim and grill, and black interior. Each individual speaker has its own unique serial number. The model and serial numbers appear both on the box and on the speakers. The following are the recalled serial numbers: Name of Product Model Number Serial Numbers Yamaha In-Ceiling Speaker NS-IW360C 523601 through 526800 and 600001 through 604400 Yamaha In-Wall Speaker NS-IW660 500001 through 501000
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 2 listed, all starting with
NS-IW. Yours must match one exactly. - Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- When sold
- January 2006 through March 2006
- Price paid
- $180 to $350
Why it was recalled
On some speakers, the mounting clamps can break causing the speaker to fall. Falling speakers could possibly hit consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Yamaha has received 14 reports of falling speakers. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact Yamaha to determine whether their speakers are subject to this recall, and if so, how to get free replacement speakers.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 2 listed in this recall, then check the serial numbers the notice lists.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 609-2624, go to usa.yamaha.com, or email yecsupport@yamaha.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Yamaha Electronics
- Product type
- Speakers
- Recall number
- 06-172
- Units
- About 4,300 units
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Audiovisual and electronic entertainment stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2006 for about $180 (NS-IW360C) or $350 (NS-IW660).
- Distributor
- Yamaha Electronics Corporation, of Buena Park, Calif.
Yamaha In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers
CPSC product type: Speakers
This recall in context
Compared with the 23 speaker recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 4,300 units: the 10th-largest of 18 speaker recalls that state a unit count. The median is 5,500 units.
- Hazard
- Fall: named in 3 of 23 speaker recalls.
- Time on sale
- 3 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Yamaha at (800) 609-2624 between 8 am and 4 pm PT any day, visit the firm's Web site at http://usa.yamaha.com/ or e-mail Yamaha at yecsupport@yamaha.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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