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Venmar Ventilation Recalls Air Exchangers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: June 7, 2011 Initiated: June 7, 2011 #11240

Product Description

This recall involves air exchangers sold under different brands that are used to circulate air in and out of the home. The metal air exchangers are painted blue or grey. Air exchangers included in the recall were manufactured from 1996 through 2001 and have brand and model information printed on the unit's rating plate or on the side of the unit. The following brand names and model numbers are included in the recall: Brand Model Venmar EA 20XXX, 41005, Air Exchanger Venmar AVS 4100X vanEE 1601510 Flair 41XXX Hush 1601510 Guardian by Broan AE60

Reason for Recall

The motor in the air exchangers can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using their air exchangers. Consumers should contact Venmar Ventilation to request a free inspection and repair by a Venmar field technician.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,400 in the United States
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Venmar-Ventilation-Recalls-Air-Exchangers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves air exchangers sold under different brands that are used to circulate air in and out of the home. The metal air exchangers are painted blue or grey. Air exchangers included in the recall were manufactured from 1996 through 2001 and have brand and model information printed on the unit's rating plate or on the side of the unit. The following brand names and model numbers are included in the recall: Brand Model Venmar EA 20XXX, 41005, Air Exchanger Venmar AVS 4100X vanEE 1601510 Flair 41XXX Hush 1601510 Guardian by Broan AE60. Recalled by Venmar Ventilation Inc., of Quebec, Canada. Units affected: About 1,400 in the United States.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The motor in the air exchangers can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using their air exchangers. Consumers should contact Venmar Ventilation to request a free inspection and repair by a Venmar field technician.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 7, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11240.

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