Polk Audio · Recalled
CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers
Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.
- Units
- About 670
- Reports
- 6
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $1,180
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom back edge of the subwoofer. The subwoofer measures 16 3/4 inches high by 16 7/8 inches wide by 19 3/8 inches deep, and weighs about 81 pounds.
The file
- Sold at
- Stereo and electronics stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for about $1,180.
- Product type
- Speakers
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Incident log
Polk Audio has received six reports of smoke coming from these subwoofers. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Customer Service department for instructions on obtaining a replacement subwoofer or a refund.
Contact Polk Audio, Inc. at (800) 377-7655 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 26 2005; last revised NOV 22 2024.
