CPSC recall 16-065, announced December 22, 2015, covers Carrier Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP) (about 285,000 units). The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 47 incident reports. Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord. Recall contact: call 800-761-8492, or go to www.carrier.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ.
Which products are included?
This 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 supplemental 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 eight models are being recalled: Carrier models 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE and 52PQ; Bryant models 840 and 841; and Fast models 840 and 841. 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.
Incidents and injuries
Carrier has received reports of approximately 47 incidents of overheating. Two of the reported incidents involved hotel fires. One of the reported fires involved a consumer suffering burns and smoke inhalation. The other incidents involved scorched or melted cord heads or wall outlets with no injuries reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Carrier
- Manufacturer
- Carrier Corporation, of Farmington, Conn.
- Product type
- Air conditioners, Heat pumps
- Recall number
- 16-065
- Units
- About 285,000 (About 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2009 for between $425 and $675.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP)
CPSC product type: Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning
Recall contact information
Carrier at 800-761-8492 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.carrier.com and click on Important Product Safety Recall for more information.
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