CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Announce Recall of Air Conditioning/Heating Units
CPSC recall 04151 · announced June 3, 2004 · Electrolux Home Products · 5,800 units affected
The product
The recalled air conditioning/heating units are installed "thru-the-wall" and include the Frigidaire FAH12EM21 model and Carrier models 52FED31201AA.. The model numbers can be found on a serial plate on the side of the unit. The beige AC/heating units are about 14" high, 24" wide, and 20" in depth.
The hazard
The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Electrolux has received two reports of incidents, though there have been no injuries.
Sold at: Independent dealers, builders, and remodelers, between June 2003 and September 2003, for about $500.
Consumer contact: Call Frigidaire toll-free at (866) 335-1754 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.