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

Recall 14-270 · September 4, 2014 · AmTRAN Video

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
14-270 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 4, 2014
Brand
AmTRAN Video
Category
Phones, computers and electronics
Products
JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions
Hazard
Risk of Tip Over
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 27,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 28, 2015

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions · About 27,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: 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.; AmTRAN Video Corporation, of Irvine, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

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

Consumer contact

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.

Recall history and context

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?

JVC 42-inch flat panel televisions (About 27,000 units). This recall involves JVC 42-inch, Emerald Series Full HD 1080P LED flat panel televisions, model EM42FTR and serial number beginning with "T".

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Tip Over.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 28, 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.