Recall 18-731, published March 19, 2018
Carrier WeatherExpert commercial packaged rooftop HVAC units with humidimizer option
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
14THThe model numbers are 48/50LC07-26 with an A in the 6th digit and a 0 (zero) in the 14th digit of the model number (e.g., 48LCTA24F2M5-0S1B3).
Which products are included?
This recall involves Carrier WeatherExpert 6-23 ton, 48/50 series, light commercial rooftop HVAC units intended for use in commercial and institutional buildings and that have a factory installed dehumidification feature. The model numbers are 48/50LC07-26 with an A in the 6th digit and a 0 (zero) in the 14th digit of the model number (e.g., 48LCTA24F2M5-0S1B3). Note that dashes should be counted as digits in the model number. The serial numbers are 1214P to 3317P. The model and serial number can be found on the unit rating plate located on the back of the unit.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The HVAC's humidimizer fan can fail to shut off when a connected smoke detector is tripped, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Purchasers should immediately contact their Carrier dealer for a free repair, which consists of free replacement and installation of the electronic control board. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
- Brand
- Carrier México, S.A. de C.V.
- Recall published
- March 19, 2018
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- About 530
- Sold at / sales period
- Carrier distributors nationwide from March 2014 to September 2017 for between $25,000 and $93,000.
