CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers

Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

Recall #: 05533
Affected scope: About 670

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md. recalled This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony e….

CPSC, Polk Audio Announce Recall of LSiW Powered Subwoofers was recalled by Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md. in January 26, 2005. Reason: Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Cust…. Verify recall #05533 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md. issued this CPSC recall-Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke..

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agency class: January 26, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05533 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.

Product description

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.

Reason for recall

Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

Remedy, what 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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	05533
Date reported	January 26, 2005
Date initiated	January 26, 2005
Recalling firm	Polk Audio Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Affected scope	About 670
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 stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audio's Customer Service department for instructions…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

What should consumers 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.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 26, 2005. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05533.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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