# SIMU Recalls Motors Sold with Awnings and Shutters Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2022-12-15 · 23073 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 23073
- **Date:** 2022-12-15
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

SIMU DMI6 Hz motors sold with awnings and shutters

## 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.

## Remedies

Replace

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/SIMU-Recalls-Motors-Sold-with-Awnings-and-Shutters-Due-to-Shock-and-Electrocution-Hazards)
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