Royal Sovereign Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; One Death Reported
This recall was issued December 22, 2021.
- Posted
- December 22, 2021
- Recall Number
- 22037
- Quantity
- About 33,570
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
A faulty drain motor in the air conditioners can ignite the plastic enclosure of the unit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers and risk of serious injury or death.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners, unplug the unit, follow the instructions online at www.Recall-PAC3012.com for properly severing the electrical cord rendering the unit unusable, and contact Royal Sovereign for a pro-rated refund based on the age of the portable air conditioner. Failure to unplug the unit could result in shock, electrocution, or death.
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Incidents & Injuries
Royal Sovereign is aware of 11 reports of the portable air conditioners catching fire or smoking during use resulting in over $1 million in property damage, two injuries and one death due to smoke inhalation.