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CPSC source record The internal circuit board components can overheat Ongoing

Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard

Recall Date: 2023-10-05 Recalling Firm: Unspecified Record Ref: 9730

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This CPSC record concerns Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Classification: The internal circuit board components can overheat
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2023-10-05
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Product Description & Identification

This recall involves the Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifier that provides up to eight zones of distributed audio. The controller measures about 17 inches wide by 3.5 inches high by 17.2 inches deep and weighs 28.8 pounds. The unit has model number MCA-88 on the front of the housing. The units that are subject to recall have serial numbers that begin with four digits ranging from 2047 through 2307. The serial numbers are located on a visible label on the front of the unit under the clear plastic cover. "Russound" is printed on the front of the amplifier.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

Hazard: The internal circuit board components can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. This recall involves the Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifier that provides up to eight zones of distributed audio. The controller measures about 17 inches wide by 3.5 inches high by 17.2 inches deep and weighs 28.8 pounds. The unit has model number MCA-88 on the front of the housing. The units that are subject to recall have serial numbers that begin with four digits ranging from 2047 through 2307. The serial numbers are located on a visible label on the front of the unit under the clear plastic cover. "Russound" is printed on the front of the amplifier.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers and contact Russound to arrange for a free replacement unit to be installed at no cost by a certified professional installer.. Russound at 800-638-8055 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@russound.com or online at https://russound.com/MCA88 or https://russound.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.

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Issuing agency
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Source ID
9730
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC
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