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Yamaha Corp. of America Recalls Bench Sold with Digital Piano Due to Collapse Hazard

Reported: April 11, 2006 Initiated: April 11, 2006 #06544

Product Description

The YDP213 Digital Piano is black with a black and white keyboard and brown trim. The bench is black with a cushioned seat. White stick-on labels on the underside of the bench give the assembly instructions and reference several requirements. All labels have Yamaha written on them. The serial number and "Made in China" are stamped on the underside of the seat. The YDP213 Digital Piano and BC-104DR(U) Keyboard Bench are sold together with the bench, boxed within the piano box. The model number of the bench appears only on the box within the piano box and not on the bench itself.

Reason for Recall

On some benches, one or more bench bolts do not meet tensile strength specifications, which can result in collapse of the bench while in use, posing a risk of injury. The recall does not involve the pianos with which the benches were sold.

Remedy

Yamaha will contact each customer and provide free replacement bolts for each bench.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The YDP213 Digital Piano is black with a black and white keyboard and brown trim. The bench is black with a cushioned seat. White stick-on labels on the underside of the bench give the assembly instructions and reference several requirements. All labels have Yamaha written on them. The serial number and "Made in China" are stamped on the underside of the seat. The YDP213 Digital Piano and BC-104DR(U) Keyboard Bench are sold together with the bench, boxed within the piano box. The model number of the bench appears only on the box within the piano box and not on the bench itself.. Recalled by Yamaha Corp. of America, of Buena Park, Calif.. Units affected: About 176.
Why was this product recalled?
On some benches, one or more bench bolts do not meet tensile strength specifications, which can result in collapse of the bench while in use, posing a risk of injury. The recall does not involve the pianos with which the benches were sold.
What should consumers do?
Yamaha will contact each customer and provide free replacement bolts for each bench.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 11, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06544.