CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The power button can break, allowing objects to be inserted through the opening. Foreign materials, such as crayons, metal objects or straws, can ignite posing a fire hazard.
CPSC, Sharp Electronics Corp. Announce Recall of Conventional Tube Televisions
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these recalled televisions and contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for a free repair.
Contact Information
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
Recall Details
Sold At
The recalled televisions were sold at electronics retailers, department stores and mass merchandisers nationwide, from March 2001 through February 2005, for about $250.
Injuries
Sharp has received 23 reports of fires. One incident is reported to have resulted in $20,000 in property damage. The others resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.J.
Recall Number
05161
Product Information
Product Name
27-Inch Sharp Conventional Tube (CRT) televisions
Product Type
Televisions, Mounts, Guards & Antennas
Number of Units
About 373,000
Manufacturer Name
Sharp Electronics Corp., of Mahwah, N.J.
Manufactured In
Mexico