Recall #09-739 · Published May 7, 2009
Fricon Upright Freezers
CPSC published a recall notice for Fricon Upright Freezers from Fricon Upright on May 7, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Retailers and distributors should immediately disconnect the freezers and remove them from service. The company has notified all retailers and distributors in possession of the freezers directly and will replace the controller of the freezer free of charge.
Why it was recalled
The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Retailers and distributors should immediately disconnect the freezers and remove them from service. The company has notified all retailers and distributors in possession of the freezers directly and will replace the controller of the freezer free of charge.
- Brand
- Fricon Upright
- Recall published
- May 7, 2009
- Units
- About 960
- Sold at / sales period
- Unilever distributors nationwide from May 2007 through March 2009 for about $105/year per unit.