CPSC recall · Reported April 21, 2005
CPSC, Sharp Electronics Corp. Announce Recall of Conventional Tube Televisions
The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as crayons, metal objects or straws, can ignite posing a fire hazard.
Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.j. recalled The recalled 27-inch Sharp conventional tube televisions include models 27RS50, 27RS100 a….
CPSC, Sharp Electronics Corp. Announce Recall of Conventional Tube Televisions was recalled by Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.j. in April 21, 2005. Reason: The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact…. Verify recall #05161 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as c….
- None
- agency class
- April 21, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05161 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled 27-inch Sharp conventional tube televisions include models 27RS50, 27RS100 and CSR5027. The model number can be found on the label on the back of the television.
Reason for recall
The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as crayons, metal objects or straws, can ignite posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05161 |
| Date reported | April 21, 2005 |
| Date initiated | April 21, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.j. |
| Affected scope | About 373,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for a free repa…
- Check the recall number (05161) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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