CPSC, Sharp Electronics Corp. Announce Recall of Conventional Tube Televisions
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2919.
The recalled 27-inch Sharp conventional tube televisions include models 27RS50, 27RS100 and CSR5027. The model number can be found on the label on the back of the television.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2919.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact The Recalled Televisions Were Sold At Electronics Retailers, Department Stores And Mass Merchandisers Nationwide, From March 2001 Through February 2005, For About $250. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2919.
Call Sharp Electronics Corp. at (800) 291-4289 anytime or log onto the firm's Web site at www.sharpusa.com/tv - consumers can also email Sharp at TV@sharpsec.com
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The Recalled Televisions Were Sold At Electronics Retailers, Department Stores And Mass Merchandisers Nationwide, From March 2001 Through February 2005, For About $250. Recall FAQ
The Recalled Televisions Were Sold At Electronics Retailers, Department Stores And Mass Merchandisers Nationwide, From March 2001 Through February 2005, For About $250. is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Sharp Electronics Corp. Announce Recall of Conventional Tube Televisions. The notice was published on April 21, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 373,000 units are potentially affected.