Recall #19-047 · Published December 12, 2018

Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi thermostats

White-Rodgers Recalls Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi thermostats from White-Rodgers on December 12, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: Contact between the thermostat wires and household line voltage can damage the thermostat, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately check their Sensi thermostat to determine if "Emerson" is printed on the front with a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back. Contact the firm to determine if the unit is included in the recall and for instructions on repair and/or replacement.

Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi Thermostat
Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi Thermostat
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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.

Affected model numbers

1F86U-42WFUP500W
Additional identifying details

A product label containing model number and date code information is located on the back of the thermostat.

Why it was recalled

Contact between the thermostat wires and household line voltage can damage the thermostat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received eight reports of burn damage to the thermostat, involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately check their Sensi thermostat to determine if "Emerson" is printed on the front with a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back. Contact the firm to determine if the unit is included in the recall and for instructions on repair and/or replacement.

Remedy type: Replace, Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
19-047
Units
About 135,000 (in addition, about 15,000 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Johnstone, Home Depot and Golden State FC stores and Heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment distributors nationwide from April 2014 through December 2016 for between about $90 and $150.
Importer
White-Rodgers, of St. Louis, Mo., a division of Emerson Electric Co.

Emerson Branded Sensi WiFi thermostats

Recall contact information

White-Rodgers toll-free at 888-847-8742 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.white-rodgers.com and click on “Emerson Branded Sensi Recall” at the lower left corner of the homepage for more information.

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

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