Recall #00-003 · Published October 13, 1999

York International Corporation Diamond 80 downflow mid-efficiency furnaces

CPSC, York International Corp. Announce Recall of York International Corporation Diamond 80 Furnaces

CPSC published a recall notice for York International Corporation Diamond 80 downflow mid-efficiency furnaces from York International Corp. on October 13, 1999. CPSC identifies this hazard: 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. The official remedy states: Consumers should contact their local York dealer immediately to schedule a free repair visit.

Recalled York furnace
Recalled York furnace
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Affected model numbers

P2DPXEDO2
Additional identifying details

The model number and serial number can be found on a label inside the furnace cabinet.

Why 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.

Incidents and injuries

York International and CPSC are aware of 11 incidents involving this furnace, including five fires causing $74,000 in property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should contact their local York dealer immediately to schedule a free repair visit.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
York International Corp., of York, Pa.
Recall number
00-003
Units
About 12,000
Sold at / sales period
York dealers sold these furnaces nationwide, from May 1994 through July 1996, for about $680.

York International Corporation Diamond 80 downflow mid-efficiency furnaces

CPSC product type: Furnaces

Recall contact information

For more information, consumers should call York International/UPG Technical Services toll-free at (877) 874-7378 between 8 a.m and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday, or visit the York web site at www.york.com/upgsafe/safety.htm

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