Recall 17-094, published February 23, 2017
Carrier Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP)
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
52PCCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ, 52PC, 52ME, 53MQ.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
- Brand
- Carrier
- Recall published
- February 23, 2017
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- About 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalled in December 2015 and 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
- Sold at / sales period
- HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales nationwide from January 2002 through December 2009 for between $425 and $675.
