Carrier Greenspeed™ and Bryant Evolution Extreme™ Heat Pumps recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 11, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Carrier and Bryant Recall Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

17150

Brand / firm

Carrier Corporation, of Jupiter, Fla.

Sold / distributed

Sears stores and HVAC dealers nationwide from June 2011 through August 2016 for between $12,000 and $18,000.

Why it was recalled

The capacitors in the fuse boards in the heat pumps can stop working causing the unit to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

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."

What to do

Consumers should contact Carrier or Bryant for instructions on receiving a free replacement fuse board installed by authorized Carrier or Bryant technicians.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.