CPSC, Hunter Fan Co. Announce Recall of Humidifiers
CPSC recall 02116 · announced March 7, 2002 · Hunter Fan Co · 100,000 units affected
The product
The recalled humidifiers have the following model numbers and date codes, which can be found on a label located on the back of the motor/switch housing (see example of the label in the picture): MODEL SIZE DATE CODE DESCRIPTION 32500 CareFree 5 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light beige, made of plastic with a dark beige base, dark beige top vent and tinted water tank 33300 CareFree Plus 3 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank 33330 CareFree Plus 3.3 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank 33350 CareFree Plus 3.5 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank
The hazard
The motors in these humidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Call Hunter at any time, to arrange for a free replacement part or refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Hunter Fan has received nine reports of the humidifiers' motors overheating, including one incident involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Discount, hardware and lighting stores; wholesale clubs; home centers; catalogs; and various online stores sold these humidifiers nationwide, from August 2000 through February 2002, for between $50 and $120.
Consumer contact: Hunter can be reached toll-free at (800) 207-5982. For more information, consumer can log on to the company's website at www.hunterfan.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.