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Carrier Recalls to Repair Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps Including Previously Recalled Units Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: December 22, 2015 Initiated: December 22, 2015 #16065

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.

Details

Units Affected
About 285,000 (About 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Carrier-Recalls-to-Repair-Packaged-Terminal-Air-Conditioners-Heat-Pumps-Previously-Recalled-Units

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Carrier Corporation, of Farmington, Conn.. Units affected: About 285,000 (About 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16065.

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