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CPSC, Viking Sewing Machines Recall Sewing Machines

U.S. CPSCElectric shockDec 7, 1999
Recalled Husqvarna Viking sewing machine
Recalled Husqvarna Viking sewing machine

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Remedy

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

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

Sold on

Authorized Viking dealers sold these sewing machines nationwide, from January 1998 through September 1998, for about $4,000.

Contact the company

For additional questions, contact Viking at (800) 446-2333 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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