Recalls / 2013-03-26

3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard

13154 · Recalled 2013-03-26 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.

Hazards

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

Reported 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.

Remedy

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Filtrete™ room air purifiers		About 10,000

Parties

Importer: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Made in: Taiwan
Sold at: Ultra Quiet at Ace Hardware, Bi-Mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm, Home, True Value Hardware, online at Amazon.com, the FAP00-L model was sold, both for about $60.

Consumer contact

3M Company; at (800) 388-3458 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.filtrete.com/roomairpurifiers and click on the link FAP00-RS recall for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 13154. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.