Recall #19-047 · Published December 12, 2018
Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi thermostats
CPSC published a recall notice for Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi thermostats from White-Rodgers on December 12, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: Contact between the thermostat wires and household line voltage can damage the thermostat, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately check their Sensi thermostat to determine if "Emerson" is printed on the front with a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back. Contact the firm to determine if the unit is included in the recall and for instructions on repair and/or replacement.
Why it was recalled
Contact between the thermostat wires and household line voltage can damage the thermostat, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately check their Sensi thermostat to determine if "Emerson" is printed on the front with a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back. Contact the firm to determine if the unit is included in the recall and for instructions on repair and/or replacement.
- Brand
- White-Rodgers
- Recall published
- December 12, 2018
- Units
- About 135,000 (in addition, about 15,000 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Johnstone, Home Depot and Golden State FC stores and Heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment distributors nationwide from April 2014 through December 2016 for between about $90 and $150.