The amp poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers
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TC Group Americas of Kitchener, ON, Canada, is recalling about 388 bass guitar amplifiers. A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and “tc electronic” are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.
The amplifiers, manufactured in China, were sold at music and instrument stores nationwide and online from August 2012 through January 2013 for about $450.
Consumers should immediately stop using, unplug the amplifiers and contact tc electronic for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Consumers may contact tc electronic; at (800) 349-4699 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at BH250@lifetimeservice.com.