CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled amplifier's wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • July 31, 2009

Bass Amplifiers Recalled by Fender Musical Instruments Due to Fire Hazard

The recall involves the SWR® Natural Blonde™ 120V acoustic bass amplifier, model 44-60600-000. The amplifier measures about 26 inches x 16 inches x 15 inches, and has a blonde-textured vinyl covering with a black control plate and black stamped steel vibration-free grill. The model number is located on the top rear panel of the amplifier. "SWR" and "Natural Blonde" are printed on the front of the amplifier.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled amplifiers immediately and contact FMIC for a free inspection and repair. Fender is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled bass amplifiers.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact FMIC at (800) 856-9801 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site www.swrsound.com or email the firm at consumerrelations@fender.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized musical instrument retailers from April 2007 through May 2009 for about a MSRP of $1,550.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz.
Recall Number
09759

Product Information

Product Name
SWR® Natural Blonde™ Acoustic Bass Amplifiers
Product Type
Amplifiers
Number of Units
About 90
Manufacturer Name
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz.
Manufactured In
Mexico

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 856-9801
Website www.swrsound.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact FMIC at (800) 856-9801 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site www.swrsound.com, or email the firm at consumerrelations@fender.com