Carrier and Bryant Recall Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 17150 · announced May 11, 2017 · Carrier · 23,300 units affected
The product
This recall involves 2, 3, 4, and 5 ton size heat pump units sold under the Carrier Greenspeed and Bryant Evolution Extreme brand names. The units are used for cooling and heating homes. The Carrier Greenspeed model numbers are: 25VNA024, 25VNA036, 25VNA048, and 25VNA060. The Bryant Evolution Extreme model numbers are: 280ANV024, 280ANV036, 280ANV048, and 280ANV060. The model number can be found on the unit nameplate (or rating plate) located on one side of the unit's exterior. On the Bryant unit, there is a label on top of the unit that reads "Bryant Evolution System."
The hazard
The capacitors in the fuse boards in the heat pumps can stop working causing the unit to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Carrier or Bryant for instructions on receiving a free replacement fuse board installed by authorized Carrier or Bryant technicians. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Carrier has received 41 reports of the heat pumps overheating. No injuries, fires or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: Sears stores and HVAC dealers nationwide from June 2011 through August 2016 for between $12,000 and $18,000.
Consumer contact: Carrier toll-free at 844-468-4301 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.carrier.com or www.bryant.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.