RCA Home Entertainment Amplifiers – electrical issue (2003)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
RCA® 650-Watt Home Entertainment amplifiers
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
A manufacturer is recalling RCA® 650-Watt Home Entertainment amplifiers. The hazard is: The amplifier can overheat due to a lack of ventilation, which can cause melting of the plastic fron. 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 recalled RCA® 650-Watt Home Entertainment amplifiers include model numbers RT2600, RT2600DVD and RT2600DVD5 and serial numbers beginning with 220 through 230. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label on the back of the unit in the lower left corner. The recalled units may also have an "A" as the last character in the model number. The amplifier units are silver and are about 17 inches wide, 16 inches deep, and 5 inches high.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The amplifier can overheat due to a lack of ventilation, which can cause melting of the plastic front cover and pose a shock hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should unplug the units immediately and contact Thomson for information on how to receive a free repair.
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