Moderate Recalled August 19, 2009 About 2,300 units Updated May 23, 2014

Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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The hazard

The amplifiers were designed to operate at a temperature warm to the touch. However, a component input device can fail and cause the amplifiers to overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Incidents reported: Krell has received 50 reports of the amplifiers overheating including reports of smoke and electrical fire. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using the amplifiers, and contact Krell to schedule the free installation of replacement fuses.

Contact: For additional information contact Krell at (888) 436-6055 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.krellonline.com. Consumers can also email the firm at service@krellonline.com

About this recall

This recall involves Krell power amplifiers with model numbers KAV-250a, KAV-250a/3, KAV-500i and KAV-1500. The amplifiers are used to provide power to a loudspeaker in a home audio playback system. The Krell logo is printed on the front of the amplifier.

Product photos

Recalled Amplifier
Recalled Amplifier
Recalled Amplifier label
Recalled Amplifier label

Photos: U.S. CPSC