SWR Natural Blonde Acoustic Bass Amplifiers (Fender) – fire hazard (2009)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
SWR® Natural Blonde™ Acoustic Bass Amplifiers
Brand
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz. is recalling SWR® Natural Blonde™ Acoustic Bass Amplifiers. The hazard is: The recalled amplifier's wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The recalled amplifier's wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026