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Product recall · CPSCJune 29, 2023Serious
Victrola Bluetooth Record Players
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled record players can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled record players and contact Victrola to receive a free replacement. Consumers should keep the recalled record players until successfully registering for the recall, at which time the firm will provide consumers with disposal instructions.
Who to contact: Victrola toll-free at 877-483-2497 from Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, email at recall@victrola.com or online at www.victrola.com and navigate to "Recall" on the home page or directly at https://victrola.com/pages/recall for more information.
The product
This recall involves the model number VTA-240B-ESP Wood Metropolitan Bluetooth Record Player with 3-Speed Turntable. The unit is approximately 6.5 inches high, 14.5 inches wide, and 15.5 inches deep and weighs about 12 pounds. The unit has three black control knobs with brass accents on the front panel and the word "Victrola" written in gold lettering on the inside of top cover. Recalled units are Espresso color and were manufactured in September 2021. A white label on the back shows the words "Model: VTA-240B." A second white label on the back of recalled units shows the words "Production Date: 09/2021."
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,700
- Recall date
- June 29, 2023
- Brand
- Innovative Technology Electronics LLC, dba Victrola of Denver, Colorado
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received six reports of the units overheating or catching on fire, including one minor injury and one report of minor property damage.
VTA-240B-ESPVTA-240B
Online at Amazon.com, Victrola.com, Macys.com and other websites from December 2021 through April 2023 for between $100 and $200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Victrola Recalls Bluetooth Record Players Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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