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CPSC recall · Reported August 6, 2014

VIZIO Recalls to Repair 39- and 42-Inch E-Series Flat Panel Televisions Due to Risk of Tip Over

The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.

Recall #
14251
Affected scope
About 245,000
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AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan recalled This recall involves Vizio E-series 39- and 42-inch Full-Array LED flat panel televisions… - a moderate-severity action.

VIZIO Recalls to Repair 39- and 42-Inch E-Series Flat Panel Televisions Due to Risk of Ti… was recalled by AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan in August 6, 2014. Reason: The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury…. Remedy: Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the televis…. Verify recall #14251 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury….

Moderate
severity level
August 6, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14251 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14251) was formally reported on August 6, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 245,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer. 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: Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO for a replacement stand assembly. Consumers with wall-mounted televis… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 245,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Vizio E-series 39- and 42-inch Full-Array LED flat panel televisions. The flat panel televisions are black with "VIZIO" printed in the lower right corner of the television front and the VIZIO logo in the center of the back. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Size Model Serial Number 39 Inch Model No. E390-B0 LAE 8PSBP 4600517 to LAE 8PSBP 4701297 LAE APSBP 400001 to LAE APSBP 4501376 LAQ 8PSBP 5000001 to LAQ 8PSBQ 0804968 LAQ APSBP 4400181 to LAQ APSBQ 2201656 LAT 8PSBP 4801682 to LAT 8PSBP 5008235 LAT APSBP 4800026 to LAT APSBQ 1701656 LAU 8PSBP 4600301 to LAU 8PSBP 5100030 LAU APSBP 4400001 to LAU APSBQ 1100020 Smart TV Model No. E390i-B0 LAE 8PSAP 4600217 to LAE 8PSAP 4800364 LAE APSAP 4300237 to LAE APSAP 4401296 LAQ 8PSAQ 1500001 to LAQ 8PSAQ 1505973 LAQ APSAP 4401657 to LAQ APSAQ 2401656 LAT APSAQ 0300001 to LAT APSAQ 1701656 LAU 8PSAP 4600001 to LAU 8PSAP 4600216 LAU APSAP 4300001 to LAU APSAP 4300216 42 Inch Smart TV Model No. E420i-B0 LAQ APTAP 5200001 to LAQ APTAQ 2107039 LAU APTAP 5000001 to LAU APTAQ 2408327 Model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the back of the television.

Reason for recall

The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO for a replacement stand assembly. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement stand assembly in case the stand is needed for future use.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 14251
Date reported August 6, 2014
Date initiated August 6, 2014
Recalling firm AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan
Affected scope About 245,000
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 using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO…

  • Check the recall number (14251) 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?
This recall involves Vizio E-series 39- and 42-inch Full-Array LED flat panel televisions. The flat panel televisions are black with "VIZIO" printed in the lower right corner of the television front and the VIZIO logo in the center of the back. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Size Model Serial Number 39 Inch Model No. E390-B0 LAE 8PSBP 4600517 to LAE 8PSBP 4701297 LAE APSBP 400001 to LAE APSBP 4501376 LAQ 8PSBP 5000001 to LAQ 8PSBQ 0804968 LAQ APSBP 4400181 to LAQ APSBQ 2201656 LAT 8PSBP 4801682 to LAT 8PSBP 5008235 LAT APSBP 4800026 to LAT APSBQ 1701656 LAU 8PSBP 4600301 to LAU 8PSBP 5100030 LAU APSBP 4400001 to LAU APSBQ 1100020 Smart TV Model No. E390i-B0 LAE 8PSAP 4600217 to LAE 8PSAP 4800364 LAE APSAP 4300237 to LAE APSAP 4401296 LAQ 8PSAQ 1500001 to LAQ 8PSAQ 1505973 LAQ APSAP 4401657 to LAQ APSAQ 2401656 LAT APSAQ 0300001 to LAT APSAQ 1701656 LAU 8PSAP 4600001 to LAU 8PSAP 4600216 LAU APSAP 4300001 to LAU APSAP 4300216 42 Inch Smart TV Model No. E420i-B0 LAQ APTAP 5200001 to LAQ APTAQ 2107039 LAU APTAP 5000001 to LAU APTAQ 2408327 Model and serial numbers are printed on a label on the back of the television.. Recalled by AmTRAN Technology Company Ltd., of Taipei City, Taiwan. Units affected: About 245,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.
What should consumers do?
Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO for a replacement stand assembly. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement stand assembly in case the stand is needed for future use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 6, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14251.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14251) 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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