Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled November 7, 2007 · CPSC recall 08073 · Packaged

Hazard

An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the heating mode of the recalled units until they are inspected in accordance with Carrier's inspection instructions. Consumers should contact Carrier to receive a free repair.

Units

About 185,000

Incidents / injuries

Carrier has received five reports of electric heater failures, resulting in fires contained to the unit. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Carrier-brand packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) and packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHP) manufactured between 2002 and 2005. Model numbers included in the recall are 52C, 52P, and unbranded model 84 units sold through the Bryant and FAST channels. Serial and model numbers are located on the rating/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 are available by calling Carrier. The units were sold with 208/230 and 265 volts, and have capacities of 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTUs.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Carrier at (800) 761-8492 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product

Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP)

Manufacturer(s)

Carrier Corp., of Farmington, Conn.

Retailers

HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $425 and $675.

Made in

Mexico

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →