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Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: May 31, 2016 Initiated: May 31, 2016 #16184

Product Description

This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or building. The fans were sold in nine brands and have the model information printed on the specification label affixed to the blower assembly. Fans included in the recall are: Brand Name Model Number Broan L500, L500K, L500KL, L500L, S97014819, S97014820, S99080487 Twin City Fan T500, T500L Carnes VCDD050C, VCDD050I Acme Eng and Mfg Co VQL500, VQ500 WW Grainger 1AAD3, 4TR58, 4TR59, 4YG83 Captive Aire CFA500 American CoolAir CFL50A1151 Solar and Palau FFC500, FF500 American Coolair Corp. IL50LA1151

Reason for Recall

The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.

Details

Units Affected
About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Broan-NuTone-Recalls-Ventilation-Fans

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or building. The fans were sold in nine brands and have the model information printed on the specification label affixed to the blower assembly. Fans included in the recall are: Brand Name Model Number Broan L500, L500K, L500KL, L500L, S97014819, S97014820, S99080487 Twin City Fan T500, T500L Carnes VCDD050C, VCDD050I Acme Eng and Mfg Co VQL500, VQ500 WW Grainger 1AAD3, 4TR58, 4TR59, 4YG83 Captive Aire CFA500 American CoolAir CFL50A1151 Solar and Palau FFC500, FF500 American Coolair Corp. IL50LA1151. Recalled by Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis.. Units affected: About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 31, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16184.

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