Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 13-022 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- November 1, 2012
- Brand
- Bose
- Category
- Phones, computers and electronics
- Products
- Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Replace, Repair
- Units
- About 20,500
- Made in
- Mexico
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 12, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves dual-voltage CineMate Series II and CineMate GS Series II digital home theater speaker systems designed to operate with U.S. 120-volt electrical outlets and European outlets of 220 volts or higher. Each speaker system includes two speakers, one bass module, a remote control device, an interface module and accessories. The components are black. Dual-voltage systems included in the recall have a product code of 051365, 051470 or 057971, which are the first six digits of the serial number on the product label located on the back of the bass module.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems · About 20,500 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: U.S. Military Exchanges and select U.S. retailers from September 2009 through September 2012 for between $600 and $800.; Bose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass..
Injuries or incidents reported
Bose has received two reports of the bass modules igniting when used in 220-volt electrical outlets in Europe. No injuries were reported.
Consumer contact
Bose Corporation; toll-free (877) 354-1004, 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday ET in the U.S. or 001 (508) 614-1842, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday outside the U.S., or www.bose.com/safety for more information.
Recall history and context
Bose appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Bose recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 36 recalls in the phones, computers and electronics category, 5 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems (About 20,500 units). S.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug any dual-voltage CineMate II systems and contact Bose to arrange for a free repair or replacement of the bass module.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 12, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.