Recall #15-008 · Published October 16, 2014

Milestone AV Technologies Sanus Simplicity SLF5 flat screen television wall mounts

Sanus Simplicity Television Wall Mounts Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Impact Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

CPSC published a recall notice for Sanus Simplicity SLF5 flat screen television wall mounts from Milestone AV Technologies on October 16, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: The nut securing the television to the main arm assembly can loosen causing the attached television to become detached from the arm assembly, posing an impact hazard. The official remedy states: The company is contacting consumers and providing a free repair kit. Consumers should follow the instructions to do the repair provided in the letter and contact Milestone if they have any questions or concerns.

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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

The model numbers can be found on the product label sticker located on the metal wall plate, under the plastic cover that covers the top horizontal bar.

Which products are included?

This recall involves the Sanus Simplicity model SLF5. The wall mounts are black and made of metal. They are about 30 inches long and 18 inches tall. The center bar of the mount can extend out to about 13 inches. The mounts fit most 37 inch to 80 inch, flat-panel televisions up to125 lbs. The words "Sanus Simplicity" are located on the top left corner of the box the product is sold in and on the instruction manual. The words are not found directly on the product. The model numbers can be found on the product label sticker located on the metal wall plate, under the plastic cover that covers the top horizontal bar.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The nut securing the television to the main arm assembly can loosen causing the attached television to become detached from the arm assembly, posing an impact hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Milestone has received two reports of the television becoming detached from the arm assembly. One injury to a shoulder has been reported.

Official remedy

The company is contacting consumers and providing a free repair kit. Consumers should follow the instructions to do the repair provided in the letter and contact Milestone if they have any questions or concerns.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
15-008
Units
About 207,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Costco from July 2013 to September 2014 for about $125.
Importer
Milestone AV Technologies LLC of Eden Prairie, Minn.

Sanus Simplicity SLF5 flat screen television wall mounts

CPSC product type: Wall Mounting Units

Recall contact information

Milestone toll-free at (877) 277-3707 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday or online at www.milestone.com and click on Recall Information at the lower right corner for more information.

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

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