CPSC, Linn Inc. Announce Recall of Power Amplifiers for Sound Systems
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2638.
The Linn AV5105 2-Channel Power Amplifier comes in black or silver and is 3 inches by 15 inches by 14 inches; all serial numbers of this model are recalled. The Linn LK240 Single-Channel Power Amplifier comes in black or silver and is 3 inches by 12½ inches by 12¾ inches; all serial numbers of this model are recalled. The Linn AV5150 Melodik Bass Extension Loudspeaker System comes in black ash, American cherry, or maple and is 19 inches by 25 inches by 19 inches; only serial numbers 1001 to 714451 are recalled. The model numbers and serial numbers are on the front panel, printed on the bottom of the product, or on the control panel near the main power supply.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2638.
Consumers should stop using the amplifiers immediately and contact Linn Inc. at (800) 595-6770 for information on how to obtain free repair of the recalled product.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Specialty Retail Stores Throughout The U.s. And Canada From May 1996 Through December 2003 For About $1895 (av5105); $1300 (lk240); And $4265-$4950 (av5150 Melodik). or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2638.
For additional information, contact Linn Inc. toll- free at (800) 595-6770 anytime.
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Specialty Retail Stores Throughout The U.s. And Canada From May 1996 Through December 2003 For About $1895 (av5105); $1300 (lk240); And $4265-$4950 (av5150 Melodik). Recall FAQ
Specialty Retail Stores Throughout The U.s. And Canada From May 1996 Through December 2003 For About $1895 (av5105); $1300 (lk240); And $4265-$4950 (av5150 Melodik). is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Linn Inc. Announce Recall of Power Amplifiers for Sound Systems. The notice was published on June 16, 2004 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,157 units are potentially affected.