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Carrier Expands Recall of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: February 23, 2017 Initiated: February 23, 2017 #17094

Product Description

This expanded 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 replacement 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 models are being recalled: • Carrier models 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ, 52PC, 52ME, 53MQ; • Bryant models 840, 841, and 842; and • Fast models 840, 841, and 842. 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 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalled in December 2015 and 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Carrier-Expands-Recall-of-Packaged-Terminal-Air-Conditioners-and-Heat-Pumps

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This expanded 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 replacement 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 models are being recalled: • Carrier models 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ, 52PC, 52ME, 53MQ; • Bryant models 840, 841, and 842; and • Fast models 840, 841, and 842. 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 Jupiter, Fla.. Units affected: About 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalled in December 2015 and 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 February 23, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17094.

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