Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard

Active Recall Announced January 19, 2018 CPSC #18081

Quick answer

Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard is CPSC recall #18081, announced on January 19, 2018. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Panasonic 55-inch, LED/LCD flat screen televisions with a tabletop swivel stand intended for use in hotels, government buildings and schools. The televisions are black and "Panasonic" is printed on the front. The television's model number is TH055LRU50. The model number is printed on a tag located in the center of the back of the television. The swivel stand is a glossy black color and measures 50.5 inches long by 32 inches tall by 11.1 inches deep. There is a label on the front underside of the base as well as a number etched into the metal. The remedy is consumers using the swivel stand should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location away from children and contact panasonic for a free repair kit.. Affected brand: Panasonic Corporation of North America.

Hazard

This recall involves Panasonic 55-inch, LED/LCD flat screen televisions with a tabletop swivel stand intended for use in hotels, government buildings and schools. The televisions are black and "Panasonic" is printed on the front. The television's model number is TH055LRU50. The model number is printed on a tag located in the center of the back of the television. The swivel stand is a glossy black color and measures 50.5 inches long by 32 inches tall by 11.1 inches deep. There is a label on the front underside of the base as well as a number etched into the metal.

Affected products

Panasonic 55-inch flat screen LED/LCD televisions with tabletop swivel stands

Recalled brands

Panasonic Corporation of North America

Remedy

Consumers using the swivel stand should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location away from children and contact Panasonic for a free repair kit.

Recall date

January 19, 2018

Categories

Panasonic 55-inch flat screen LED/LCD televisions with tabletop swivel stands

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #18081?

CPSC recall #18081 covers Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 19, 2018. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Panasonic 55-inch, LED/LCD flat screen televisions with a tabletop swivel stand intended for use in hotels, government buildings and schools. The televisions are black and "Panasonic" is printed on the front. The television's model number is TH055LRU50. The model number is printed on a tag located in the center of the back of the television. The swivel stand is a glossy black color and measures 50.5 inches long by 32 inches tall by 11.1 inches deep. There is a label on the front underside of the base as well as a number etched into the metal.

What is the remedy for recall #18081?

The CPSC remedy for recall #18081 is consumers using the swivel stand should immediately detach it, place the television in a safe location away from children and contact panasonic for a free repair kit.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Panasonic Recalls Flat Screen Televisions and Swivel Stands Due to Tip-Over Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Panasonic-Recalls-Flat-Screen-Televisions-and-Swivel-Stands-Due-to-Tip-Over-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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