CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 7, 2007

Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Carrier-brand packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) and packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHP) manufactured between 2002 and 2005. Model numbers included in the recall are 52C, 52P, and unbranded model 84 units sold through the Bryant and FAST channels. Serial and model numbers are located on the rating/data plate on the right front of the unit, underneath the removable front panel. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall are available by calling Carrier. The units were sold with 208/230 and 265 volts, and have capacities of 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTUs.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the heating mode of the recalled units until they are inspected in accordance with Carrier's inspection instructions. Consumers should contact Carrier to receive a free repair.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Carrier at (800) 761-8492 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Recall Details

Sold At
HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $425 and $675.
Injuries
Carrier has received five reports of electric heater failures, resulting in fires contained to the unit. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Carrier Corp., of Farmington, Conn.
Recall Number
08073

Product Information

Product Name
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pumps (PTHP)
Product Type
Air Conditioners
Number of Units
About 185,000
Manufacturer Name
Carrier Corp., of Farmington, Conn.
Manufactured In
Mexico

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 761-8492
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Carrier at (800) 761-8492 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.