Recall #04-104 · Published March 25, 2004

Window air conditioners with electric heat

CPSC, Fedders Corporation Announce Recall to Repair Window Air Conditioners with Electric Heat

CPSC published a recall notice for Window air conditioners with electric heat from Window on March 25, 2004. CPSC identifies this hazard: If the outside fan blade becomes blocked, when operating in the heating mode, this unit could present a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Recalled window air conditioner with electric heat
Recalled window air conditioner with electric heat
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What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

The model and serial number is located on the air conditioner cabinet near the bar code.

Why it was recalled

If the outside fan blade becomes blocked, when operating in the heating mode, this unit could present a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Fedders has received 10 reports of fires with these units. There have been no reported injuries and no serious damage has resulted.

Official remedy

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Product and sales details

Brand
Window
Manufacturer
Fedders Corporation, of Liberty Corner, N.J.
Recall number
04-104
Units
About 13,500
Sold at / sales period
Major home centers and department stores, including The Home Depot and Wal-Mart, sold the units, from January 2003 through February 2004, for about $400.

Window air conditioners with electric heat

CPSC product type: Air Conditioners

Recall contact information

The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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