CPSC, Carrier (Puerto Rico) Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners Sold in Puerto Rico
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-02-01). Hazards: fire. Models: 42RCA, 38RCA. About 460 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01077 |
| Published | 2001-02-01 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-20 |
| Product category | Air Conditioners |
| Products | Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners" |
| Firm named in the title | Carrier (Puerto Rico) Inc. |
| Firms | Carrier (Puerto Rico) Inc., of Cantano, Puerto Rico (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 460 |
| Model numbers | 42RCA, 38RCA |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Independent dealers and technicians in Puerto Rico sold these air conditioners, from January 1998 through September 1999, for between $800 and $2,000. |
Description
The recall involves Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners." These air conditioners have half the unit inside and half outside. Each half of the unit contains a separate model number. Model number 42RCA is located on the plastic grill covering on the inside part of the unit. Model number 38RCA is located on the lower rear side on the outside part of the unit. "Carrier" is written on the front of these units.
Hazard
Condensation inside these air conditioning units can splash onto the control board, causing it to short circuit and start a fire.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these air conditioners immediately, and call Carrier to get a free replacement unit installed.
Incidents and injuries
Carrier has received two reports of fires as a result of short circuits with these air conditioning units, resulting in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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