Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported September 30, 2005
CPSC, Panasonic Corporation of North America Announce Recall of DLP Projector
If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact metal terminals at the back of the unit, there is a potential for elec…
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Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj recalled The recall involves models PT-D5500U and PT-D5500UL, which were sold primarily to commerc… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Panasonic Corporation of North America Announce Recall of DLP Projector was recalled by Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj in September 30, 2005. Reason: If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact …. Remedy: Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each custo…. Verify recall #05604 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 21 units
- affected scope
- September 30, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05604 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #05604) was formally reported on September 30, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 21.
The documented reason for this recall is: If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact metal terminals at the back of the unit, there is a potential for electric shock. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each customer to arrange for a repair and retrofit at no cost to the customer. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Affected scope
21
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall involves models PT-D5500U and PT-D5500UL, which were sold primarily to commercial users. Units with the following serial numbers may be affected: SH5120010, SH5169001, SH5169002, SH5169003, SH5169004, SH5169005, SH5169006, SH5169007, SH5169008, SH5169009, SH5169010, SH5219001, SH5219003, SH5219004, SH5219005, SH5229001, SH5229003, SH5229004, SH5229005, SH5239001, SH5239002 Serial numbers are located on the side panel of the unit.
Reason for recall
If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact metal terminals at the back of the unit, there is a potential for electric shock.
Remedy, what to do
Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each customer to arrange for a repair and retrofit at no cost to the customer.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05604 |
| Date reported | September 30, 2005 |
| Date initiated | September 30, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj |
| Affected scope | 21 |
| 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
Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each customer to arrange for a repair and retrofit…
- Check the recall number (05604) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves models PT-D5500U and PT-D5500UL, which were sold primarily to commercial users. Units with the following serial numbers may be affected: SH5120010, SH5169001, SH5169002, SH5169003, SH5169004, SH5169005, SH5169006, SH5169007, SH5169008, SH5169009, SH5169010, SH5219001, SH5219003, SH5219004, SH5219005, SH5229001, SH5229003, SH5229004, SH5229005, SH5239001, SH5239002 Serial numbers are located on the side panel of the unit.. Recalled by Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Secaucus, Nj. Units affected: 21.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded and, if a person were to contact metal terminals at the back of the unit, there is a potential for electric shock.
What should consumers do? ▼
Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each customer to arrange for a repair and retrofit at no cost to the customer.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05604.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (05604) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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