RecallDepth

3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard

Company
3M Company, Of St. Paul, Minn.
Posted
March 26, 2013
Recall Number
13154
Quantity
About 10,000

Reason for Recall

The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Action Taken

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.

Product Images

Filtrete Air Purifier
Filtrete Air Purifier
Filtrete Air Purifier package
Filtrete Air Purifier package
Filtrete Air Purifier Lowes package
Filtrete Air Purifier Lowes package

Incidents & Injuries

3M has received two incident reports: one of an air purifier overheating and another of an internal room air purifier filter catching fire. No injuries or property damage reported.

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