Electric Motors for Gable and Roof Mounted Attic Fans Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Distributed by Air Vent

This recall was issued August 28, 2025.

Company: Air Vent Inc., Of Dallas, Texas
Posted: August 28, 2025
Recall Number: 25451
Quantity: About 2.9 million
Official Source: View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

The recalled electric motor's safety cutoff may pose a risk of short circuit and fire hazard while in use.

Action Taken

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric motors and contact Air Vent for a refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online registration and verification form with photos of the recalled attic fan motor. Upon confirmation that the consumer has a recalled attic fan motor, the consumer will receive a refund.

Product Images

Sample Roof-Mounted Attic Fan with Recalled Electric Motor

Sample Gable-Mounted Attic Fan with Recalled Electric Motor

Recalled Electric Motor Vent Patterns and Unaffected Motor Vent Patterns (Recalled electric motor vents (depicted on the left) align on the outer ring of the motor end bell, as highlighted in yellow. Recalled electric motor vents use an alternating pattern of two long vents then two short vents. Unaffected motor vents (depicted on the right) align on the inner ring of the motor end bell, as highlighted in yellow. Unaffected motor vents use an alternating vent pattern of one long, then one short vent)

Incidents & Injuries

The firm has received 159 reports of incidents related to the recalled attic fan motors involving burning or fire. No injuries have been reported.