CPSC recall 17-174, announced June 7, 2017, covers Nidec Motor Swimming pool motors (about 16,000 units). The pump control cover can be improperly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead. Recall contact: call 877-282-0223, or go to www.nidec-motor.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.
Affected model numbers
"Emerson" or "EcoTech EZ" is printed on top of the control box and the model number is printed on the rating plate located on the side of the pump.
Which products are included?
This recall involves variable speed swimming pool motors with a programmable user interface on the top. "Emerson" or "EcoTech EZ" is printed on top of the control box and the model number is printed on the rating plate located on the side of the pump. The model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Model Numbers M63PWBLE-0121 M63PWBLM-0128 M63PWBLR-0131 M63PWBLS-0132 M63PWBLV-0135 M63PWBLW-0136 M63XZBMA-0139 M63PWBMB-0140 M63PWBMC-0141 M63PWBMD-0142 M63PWBME-0143 M63PWBMF-0144 M63PWBMG-0145 M63PWBSC-0229
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pump control cover can be improperly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nidec Motor
- Manufacturer
- Nidec Motor Corp., of St. Louis, Mo.
- Recall number
- 17-174
- Units
- About 16,000 (in addition, about 22 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Leslie's Pool Supply and other retail stores, wholesale pool suppliers including Pool Builders Supply, Pool Corp., Pool & Electrical Products, and United Aqua Group from September 2010 through October 2016 for between $400 and $500.
Recall contact information
NMC toll-free at 877-282-0223 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or online at www.nidec-motor.com and click on "RECALL" for more information.
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