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Affected model numbers
BAYHTR1415BRKACThe accessory heater - model number BAYHTR1415BRKAC manufactured between April 14, 2003 and February 6, 2004 - is located inside the air handler cabinet usually found in the basement, attic, equipment closet or crawlspace of a consumer's home.
Why it was recalled
Overheating of the wiring in the accessory heater can lead to wall thermostat fires.
Incidents and injuries
There have been four reports of thermostat fires. Two of the fires resulted in several thousand dollars in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers who have not yet been contacted by independent dealers should immediately contact their installer to determine if they have a recalled unit. Consumers may arrange for a free inspection and repair through their installer.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- American Standard Companies, of Piscataway, N.J.
- Recall number
- 04-122
- Units
- About 37,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent Trane or American Standard dealers nationwide for about $140.
Trane and "American Standard" brand accessory electric heaters
CPSC product type: Electric Heaters
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact their local Trane or American Standard installer, or www.americanstandardair.com for the name of an installer near them. Consumers can call the firm toll-free at (888) 556-0125 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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Publication and verification
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