Carrier Recalls to Repair Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps Including Previously Recalled Units Due to Fire Hazard
This recall was issued December 22, 2015.
- Posted
- December 22, 2015
- Recall Number
- 16065
- Quantity
- About 285,000 (About 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Action Taken
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
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Incidents & Injuries
Carrier has received reports of approximately 47 incidents of overheating. Two of the reported incidents involved hotel fires. One of the reported fires involved a consumer suffering burns and smoke inhalation. The other incidents involved scorched or melted cord heads or wall outlets with no injuries reported.