Recall #16-754 · Published June 22, 2016

Ecovent room sensors

Ecovent Recalls Room Sensors Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Ecovent room sensors from Ecovent Corp. on June 22, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The cover can come off during normal use, exposing high voltage components and posing an electrical shock hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled units. Ecovent has contacted consumers via email and phone notifications, sent the replacement parts and provided return postage for affected parts. If consumers have not been notified, they should contact the firm.

Room Sensor (Front)
Room Sensor (Front)
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

"Ecovent," model number "SS1," part number "901-00001" and date numbers "4415-5215" and "0116-0916" are printed on a label on the back of the device.

Why it was recalled

The cover can come off during normal use, exposing high voltage components and posing an electrical shock hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Ecovent has received two incident reports of the faceplate falling off. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled units. Ecovent has contacted consumers via email and phone notifications, sent the replacement parts and provided return postage for affected parts. If consumers have not been notified, they should contact the firm.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Recall number
16-754
Units
About 600
Manufactured in
China, United States
Sold at / sales period
Online at www.ecoventsystems.com from December 2015 through April 2016 for between $100 and $150.
Importer
Ecovent Corp., of Charlestown, Mass
Distributor
Ecovent Corp., of Charlestown, Mass

Ecovent room sensors

CPSC product type: Thermostats/Thermometers/Sensors

Recall contact information

Ecovent toll-free at 855-777-0105 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT on Monday through Friday or online at www.ecoventsystems.com and click on "Legal" for more information.

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