Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ 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-5468.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5468.
Consumers should immediately stop using the amplifiers, and contact Krell to schedule the free installation of replacement fuses.
✅ 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 Authorized Dealers And Distributors Of Audio Equipment Nationwide From January 1997 Through February 2001 For Between $3,000 And $8,000. 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-5468.
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
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Authorized Dealers And Distributors Of Audio Equipment Nationwide From January 1997 Through February 2001 For Between $3,000 And $8,000. Recall FAQ
Authorized Dealers And Distributors Of Audio Equipment Nationwide From January 1997 Through February 2001 For Between $3,000 And $8,000. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Amplifiers Recalled by Krell Industries Recalled Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on August 19, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,300 units are potentially affected.