CPSC recall · Reported June 1, 2016
Mohu Recalls Boomboxes Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves all models and serial numbers of the Mohu BeBox smart boombox with b….
Mohu Recalls Boomboxes Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in June 1, 2016. Reason: The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boombox, unplug it, keep it powered …. Verify recall #16749 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards..
- None
- agency class
- June 1, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16749 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.
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Product description
This recall involves all models and serial numbers of the Mohu BeBox smart boombox with built-in Android touchscreen tablet. The unit is a black, portable speaker that measures approximately 13 inches in height, 19 inches in width, 5 inches in depth and weighs about 14.5 pounds. It included a power supply 18V@3.5A and 3.5mm shielded stereo auxiliary cable. The front surface is covered in a black, metallic grill and the back of the unit is black plastic. It features a small Mohu logo on the middle, lower front and an embossed Mohu logo on the middle, center back.
Reason for recall
The boombox can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boombox, unplug it, keep it powered off and contact Mohu for a box and pre-paid return shipping label to send the recalled unit to Mohu for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16749 |
| Date reported | June 1, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 1, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 1,700 |
| 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 stop using the recalled boombox, unplug it, keep it powered off and contact Mohu for a box and pre-p…
- Check the recall number (16749) 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
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