Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ 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-9730.
This recall involves the Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifier that provides up to eight zones of distributed audio. The controller measures about 17 inches wide by 3.5 inches high by 17.2 inches deep and weighs 28.8 pounds. The unit has model number MCA-88 on the front of the housing. The units that are subject to recall have serial numbers that begin with four digits ranging from 2047 through 2307. The serial numbers are located on a visible label on the front of the unit under the clear plastic cover. "Russound" is printed on the front of the amplifier.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9730.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers and contact Russound to arrange for a free replacement unit to be installed at no cost by a certified professional installer.
✅ 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 Sold To Wholesalers, Who Then Sell Them To Installation Professionals For Sale To And Installation For Consumers From January 2021 Through July 2023 For About $4,000. 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-9730.
Russound at 800-638-8055 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@russound.com or online at https://russound.com/MCA88 or https://russound.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
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Sold To Wholesalers, Who Then Sell Them To Installation Professionals For Sale To And Installation For Consumers From January 2021 Through July 2023 For About $4,000. Recall FAQ
Sold To Wholesalers, Who Then Sell Them To Installation Professionals For Sale To And Installation For Consumers From January 2021 Through July 2023 For About $4,000. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on October 5, 2023 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,170 units are potentially affected.