Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Insignia 26-Inch Flat-Panel LCD Televisions Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09183
Recall Date
2009-04-02
Manufacturer
Best Buy Co. Inc., of Richfield, Minn.
Units Affected
About 13,300
Products Involved
Insignia 26-inch flat-panel LCD model IS-LCDTV26 televisions
Hazard
The television's power supply can fail, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled televisions and contact the Best Buy hotline to receive a gift card for the value of a replacement television.
Reported Injuries
Best Buy has received two reports of fires that included damage to the television and wall. One consumer reported minor burns to the hands.
Sold At
Best Buy stores nationwide, at www.bestbuy.com, and www.bestbuyforbusiness.com from August 2005 through June 2006 for about $800.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Insignia 26-inch flat-panel LCD televisions, model number IS-LCDTV26. The model number is printed on the back of the television and the word "INSIGNIA" is printed on the bottom front. No other Insignia model televisions are involved in this recall.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28