Recall 00-003, published October 13, 1999
York International Corporation Diamond 80 downflow mid-efficiency furnaces
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
XEDO2The model number and serial number can be found on a label inside the furnace cabinet.
Which products are included?
These furnaces were sold under the brand names York, Fraser-Johnston, Luxaire and Moncrief. The furnaces were sold with the model numbers P2DP, PBKD and XEDO2, and with serial numbers beginning with EECM through EGEM. The model number and serial number can be found on a label inside the furnace cabinet.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Because of inadequate gluing, the insulation surrounding the heat exchanger can separate from the cabinet wall of the furnace, and fall onto the heat exchanger. This could cause surrounding combustible material and drywall to catch on fire, which has the potential to cause burn injuries and deaths.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact their local York dealer immediately to schedule a free repair visit.
- Brand
- York International
- Recall published
- October 13, 1999
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- About 12,000
- Sold at / sales period
- York dealers sold these furnaces nationwide, from May 1994 through July 1996, for about $680.
