Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Recall
Fire Hazard.
CPSC recall #24003 · announced Oct 5, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
How to identify the recalled product
| Product | Russound MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers |
| Units recalled | About 3,170 (In addition, about 245 were sold in Canada) |
The recall
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.
Reported incidents
The firm has received 16 reports of smoking, charring and burning. The damage has been contained to the unit only. No injuries have been reported.
What consumers should do now
Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact the company for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.
Russound at 800-638-8055 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected] or online at https://russound.com/MCA88 or https://russound.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “Russound Recalls MCA-88 Multizone Controller Amplifiers Due to Fire Hazard”. Read the official CPSC notice