Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-11-07 · 08073
Hazards
An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
08073
Date
2007-11-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP)
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Carrier Corp., of Farmington, Conn.
Retailer(s)
HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $425 and $675.
Country of manufacture
Mexico
Description
This recall involves Carrier-brand packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) and packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHP) manufactured between 2002 and 2005. Model numbers included in the recall are 52C, 52P, and unbranded model 84 units sold through the Bryant and FAST channels. Serial and model numbers are located on the rating/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 are available by calling Carrier. The units were sold with 208/230 and 265 volts, and have capacities of 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTUs.