CPSC, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. Announce Recall to Repair Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-07-27). Hazards: fire, burn. About 26,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04569 |
| Published | 2004-07-27 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-19 |
| Product category | Air Conditioners |
| Products | Packaged Terminal Air Conditioning (PTAC) units |
| Firm named in the title | Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. |
| Firms | Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., of San Antonio, Texas (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 26,400 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Trade facets | appliance, hvac |
| Sold | Commercial customers, such as property owners or construction and air conditioning contractors by Friedrich or its manufacturer's representatives directly. They also were sold through local, regional and national HVAC distributors primarily to commercial customers. These PTAC units were sold throughout the U.S., between November 2002 and December 2003, for about $500 to $600. |
Description
The recall includes all PTAC units in the P series with dates of manufacture between November 1, 2002, and December 31, 2003. The model and serial numbers are written on the nameplate, found behind the plastic front cover, directly below the control panel. Units with serial number LBLP00001 through LCMP9999 are included in the recall. Also included in the recall are "P Series" units that were serviced between June 1, 2003, and December 31, 2003, in which service included the field replacement of the heater assembly. The Friedrich "P Series" PTAC is a light beige color with the "FRIEDRICH" logo on the panel door.
Hazard
The rotary dial switch on these units can be positioned between the high and low speed fan setting. This can cause the units to overheat and possibly catch fire.
Remedy
Owners of these units should contact Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. for instructions on receiving a free repair. Until the repair is made, consumers should not use the PTACs in the heating mode.
Incidents and injuries
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. has received 60 reports of units overheating, including nine reports of fires resulting in property damage. One incident at a nursing home resulted in a resident suffering smoke inhalation.
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