Recall #14-270 · Published September 4, 2014

AmTRAN Video JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions

AmTRAN Video Recalls to Repair 42-Inch JVC Flat Panel Televisions Due to Risk of Tip Over

CPSC published a recall notice for JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions from AmTRAN Video on September 4, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: The neck of the stand can crack and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer. The official remedy states: Consumers using the stand assembly (neck and base) should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location and contact AmTRAN Video for a replacement stand neck. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement neck in case the stand assembly is needed for future use.

JVC Emerald series television, model EM42FTR (front)
JVC Emerald series television, model EM42FTR (front)
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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

Additional identifying details

This recall involves JVC 42-inch, Emerald Series Full HD 1080P LED flat panel televisions, model EM42FTR and serial number beginning with "T".

Which products are included?

This recall involves JVC 42-inch, Emerald Series Full HD 1080P LED flat panel televisions, model EM42FTR and serial number beginning with "T". The flat panel televisions are black with "JVC" printed in the lower center of the television front. Model and serial numbers are located on the bottom left on the back of the television.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The neck of the stand can crack and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.

Incidents and injuries

JVC has received 16 reports of cracked television stand necks. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers using the stand assembly (neck and base) should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location and contact AmTRAN Video for a replacement stand neck. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement neck in case the stand assembly is needed for future use.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
AmTRAN Video
Recall number
14-270
Units
About 27,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
BJ's Wholesale, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Walmart, and other retail stores nationwide, online at Walmart.com, Costco.com, and other internet retailers from February 2014 through August 2014 for between $370 and $470.
Importer
AmTRAN Video Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.

JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions

CPSC product type: Televisions, Mounts, Guards & Antennas

Recall contact information

AmTRAN Video toll-free at (855) 328-6650 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.jvc-tv.com and click on the Safety Notice tab at the bottom of the page for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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