Modular blowers recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 5, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Goodman Manufacturing Recalls Modular Blowers Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

18115

Brand / firm

Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P., of Houston, Texas

Sold / distributed

Heating and cooling equipment dealers nationwide from April 2017 through October 2017 for between $350 and $750.

Why it was recalled

The labels found on the serial plate have incorrect electrical information that could result in installers and servicers using undersized wiring or incorrect fuse/circuit breaker parts, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves modular blowers used with heating and cooling systems. The recalled modular blowers were sold both separately and as part of complete heating and cooling systems. They were sold under the Goodman, Amana, and Daikin brand names. The recalled products have model numbers beginning MBR1200AA, MBR1600AA, MBVC1600AA and MBVC2000AA, and serial numbers beginning 1704, 1705 and 1708. Some recalled modular blowers were installed with no brand name listed. Consumers can identify these recalled units with the above model and serial numbers. Model and serial number labels are located on the front panel of the unit.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled modular blowers and contact Goodman for a free inspection and to receive a new product label and electrical instructions. For any units that were installed incorrectly, Goodman will replace the wiring and/or fuse/circuit breaker protection at no cost to the consumer.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.