Official recall notice
CPSC, Viking Sewing Machines Recall Sewing Machines
- Recall date
- 1999-12-07
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 1,100
Why it was recalled
Hazard
When removing the sewing machine's power cord from the power transformer on the sewing machine, loose pins from the power transformer could remain in the cord, posing a risk of electric shock.
Recommended action
What to do
Consumers should only unplug these machines from the wall outlet, and should not remove the power cord from the sewing machine power transformer. Consumers should call an authorized Viking dealer to arrange for a free safety inspection. If needed, the dealer will replace the defective power transformer free of charge.
Product description
These model #1+ sewing machines have "VIKING Husqvarna" and "#1+" written on the front of the machine. Consumers should check their sewing machine's serial number, located on the bottom of the machine. The machine is part of the recall if it falls within the following ranges: Serial Number Range between 10000001 and 19999991 Serial Number Range between 20000009 and 29999999 Serial Number Range between 33600003 and 33699993 Serial Number Range between 50000002 and 59999992
Reported incidents
None reported.