Philips Recalls Almost 12,000 Flat Panel TV’s

Arcing capacitors have caused Philips to recall select Ambilight flat panel (read plasma) TVs. Because the TVs make use of flame retardant materials, damage was only sustained to the TVs and not homes. This is the first time I’ve heard of TVs having this type of issue. How safe are LCD and DLP TVs from this type of thing?

The originating article is currently under a Slashdot attack, but if you happen to own a 42" or 50" Philips plasma TV with the Ambliight feature then you may be affected. You can view the specific models on this page. Read more @ Design Technica. Source: Slashdot.