Recall #04-151 · Published June 3, 2004

Room Air Conditioning and Heating Units

CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Announce Recall of Air Conditioning/Heating Units

CPSC published a recall notice for Room Air Conditioning and Heating Units from Room on June 3, 2004. CPSC identifies this hazard: The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.

Recalled Room Air Conditioning and Heating Unit
Recalled Room Air Conditioning and Heating Unit
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What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

52FED31201AA
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 52FED31201AA.

Why it was recalled

The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Electrolux has received two reports of incidents, though there have been no injuries.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.

Product and sales details

Brand
Room
Manufacturer
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Recall number
04-151
Units
5,800
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Independent dealers, builders, and remodelers, between June 2003 and September 2003, for about $500.

Room Air Conditioning and Heating Units

CPSC product type: Air Conditioners

Recall contact information

Call Frigidaire toll-free at (866) 335-1754 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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Publication and verification

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