Recall #18-081 · Published January 19, 2018

Panasonic 55-inch flat screen LED/LCD televisions with tabletop swivel stands

Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Panasonic 55-inch flat screen LED/LCD televisions with tabletop swivel stands from Panasonic on January 19, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The mounting screws that connect the swivel stand to the television can come loose and cause the television to tip over and fall off the stand unexpectedly, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children. The official remedy states: Consumers using the swivel stand should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location away from children and contact Panasonic for a free repair kit.

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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 television's model number is TH055LRU50.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Panasonic 55-inch, LED/LCD flat screen televisions with a tabletop swivel stand intended for use in hotels, government buildings and schools. The televisions are black and "Panasonic" is printed on the front. The television's model number is TH055LRU50. The model number is printed on a tag located in the center of the back of the television. The swivel stand is a glossy black color and measures 50.5 inches long by 32 inches tall by 11.1 inches deep. There is a label on the front underside of the base as well as a number etched into the metal.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The mounting screws that connect the swivel stand to the television can come loose and cause the television to tip over and fall off the stand unexpectedly, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers using the swivel stand should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location away from children and contact Panasonic for a free repair kit.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Newark, N.J.
Recall number
18-081
Units
About 755 in the U.S. (In addition, 130 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
Mexico
Sold at / sales period
The television and swivel stands were sold to hotels, government buildings and schools from July 2012 through March 2014 for about $1,825 for the television and the swivel stand.

Recall contact information

Panasonic toll-free at 855-772-8324 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email prodisplaysupport@us.panasonic.com or online at www.panasonic.com and click on “ANNOUNCEMENT” for more information. ?

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

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