Recalls / 2017-02-23
Carrier Expands Recall of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard
17094 · Recalled 2017-02-23 · CPSC page
Description
This expanded recall involves Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP) sold under the Bryant, Carrier and Fast brand names. Recalled units include those with original power cords and those that received a replacement power cord as part of the 2007 recall. The recalled units have capacities of 7,000; 9,000; 12,000 and 15,000 BTUs and plug into 208/230-volt, 20-amp outlets. The following brands and models are being recalled: • Carrier models 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ, 52PC, 52ME, 53MQ; • Bryant models 840, 841, and 842; and • Fast models 840, 841, and 842. Model and serial numbers are located on the ratings/data plate on the right front of the unit, underneath the removable front panel. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall is available by calling Carrier or at www.carrier.com.
Hazards
Reported injuries
Remedy
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP) | About 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalled in December 2015 and 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Carrier Corporation
- Made in
- Mexico, China
- Sold at
- HVAC dealers, factory-direct sales nationwide, $675.
Consumer contact
Carrier at 800-761-8492 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www.carrier.com and click on Important Product Safety Recall for more information.
Source: CPSC recall 17094. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.