SIMU Recalls Motors Sold with Awnings and Shutters Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2022-12-15 · 23073
Hazards
The awning and shutter motor's power cable can disconnect while opened or closed manually (using the manual override feature), posing electric shock and electrocution hazards.
Recall
Number
23073
Date
2022-12-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
SIMU authorized dealers, installers and contractors from March 2018 through June 2022 with awnings or shutters for between $1,260 and $1,740.
Importer(s)
SIMU/Somfy Systems Inc., of Dayton, New Jersey
Country of manufacture
Poland
Description
The recall involves SIMU DMI6 Hz Motors sold with and used to open and retract awnings and shutters. The motor is silver with some black color. "Simu" and the model name are printed on a label on the side of the motor. The motor can be identified when installed in a motorized awning or shutter by completing the online questionnaire at www.simu.com/us/dmi6hzrecall or by contacting SIMU.