Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-11-07). Hazards: fire. About 185,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08073 |
| Published | 2007-11-07 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Air Conditioners |
| Products | Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP) |
| Firm named in the title | Carrier |
| Firms | Carrier Corp., of Farmington, Conn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 185,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance, hvac |
| Sold | HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $425 and $675. |
Description
This recall involves Carrier-brand packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) and packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHP) manufactured between 2002 and 2005. Model numbers included in the recall are 52C, 52P, and unbranded model 84 units sold through the Bryant and FAST channels. Serial and model numbers are located on the rating/data plate on the right front of the unit, underneath the removable front panel. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall are available by calling Carrier. The units were sold with 208/230 and 265 volts, and have capacities of 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTUs.
Hazard
An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the heating mode of the recalled units until they are inspected in accordance with Carrier's inspection instructions. Consumers should contact Carrier to receive a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Carrier has received five reports of electric heater failures, resulting in fires contained to the unit. No injuries have been reported.
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