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Recalled for repairs: certain VIZIO flat panel televisions

Posted at 3:07 AM, Aug 07, 2014
and last updated 2014-08-07 03:07:00-04

BETHESDA, Md. — VIZIO is recalling specific models of television sets due to a fault that can cause them to tip over and break.

Here is the information from the Consumer Product Safety Commission:

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VIZIO E-Series 39-inch and 42-inch televisions  – The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.  About 245,000 units are impacted.  VIZIO has received 51 reports of the recalled televisions tipping over. No injuries have been reported.

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Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO for a replacement stand assembly. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement stand assembly in case the stand is needed for future use.

Call VIZIO toll-free at (855) 472-7450 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Saturday and Sunday. Consumers can also visit the firm’s website www.vizio.com and click on “Safety Notice” for more information.