Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that certain Prepac floating entertainment centers and wall-mounted media consoles may develop mounting problems that cause the units to loosen, shift, or detach from the wall during ordinary household use.
Consumers purchase Prepac floating entertainment centers because they provide a modern appearance while maximizing floor space. These products are marketed to safely support televisions and entertainment equipment when installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Some consumers, however, report that the mounting system may loosen over time, requiring additional hardware or creating concerns that the cabinet could eventually separate from the wall.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Entertainment centers gradually pulling away from the wall.
- Mounting hardware loosening after installation.
- Cabinets shifting or tilting during normal use.
- Difficulty keeping the entertainment center securely mounted.
- Concerns about supporting televisions and other heavy electronics.
- Needing to reinforce the mounting system with aftermarket hardware.
- Damage to drywall surrounding the mounting points.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Wall-mounted entertainment centers should remain securely attached throughout their ordinary lifespan when installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If consumers experience loosening, shifting, or mounting instability despite proper installation, the product may not perform as advertised.
Because these entertainment centers often support valuable electronics, mounting failures may result in expensive property damage while also presenting a significant injury hazard for anyone nearby.
This investigation seeks to determine whether certain Prepac floating entertainment centers contain defects affecting the safety or long-term reliability of their wall-mounting systems.
Potential Claims May Include
- Product Defect
- Breach of Express Warranty
- Breach of Implied Warranty
- Consumer Protection
- Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices
- Unjust Enrichment
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You purchased a Prepac floating entertainment center within the past five years.
- You installed the product according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Within the past three years, the cabinet loosened, tilted, or detached from the wall.
- You experienced property damage or incurred repair costs because of the mounting failure.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.