Fender Recalls Bass Amplifiers

July 31, 2009
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. is recalling about 90 SWR Blonde acoustic bass amplifiers. Wiring in the amplifiers can overheat, posing a 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 x15 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.

Fender Recalls Bass Amplifiers

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.

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.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).