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Bass Amplifiers Recalled by Fender Musical Instruments Due to Fire Hazard

Date: July 31, 2009
Company: Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should stop using the recalled amplifiers immediately and contact FMIC for a free inspection and repair. Fender is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled bass amplifiers.

Affected Products

The recall involves the SWR® Natural Blonde™ 120V acoustic bass amplifier, model 44-60600-000. The amplifier measures about 26 inches x 16 inches x 15 inches, and has a blonde-textured vinyl covering with a black control plate and black stamped steel vibration-free grill. The model number is located on the top rear panel of the amplifier. "SWR" and "Natural Blonde" are printed on the front of the amplifier.

Why Was This Recalled?

The recalled amplifier's wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz.

Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), of Scottsdale, Ariz. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report