CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58570r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 31, 2016

Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or building. The fans were sold in nine brands and have the model information printed on the specification label affixed to the blower assembly. Fans included in the recall are: Brand Name Model Number Broan L500, L500K, L500KL, L500L, S97014819, S97014820, S99080487 Twin City Fan T500, T500L Carnes VCDD050C, VCDD050I Acme Eng and Mfg Co VQL500, VQ500 WW Grainger 1AAD3, 4TR58, 4TR59, 4YG83 Captive Aire CFA500 American CoolAir CFL50A1151 Solar and Palau FFC500, FF500 American Coolair Corp. IL50LA1151

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.

Contact Information

Broan-NuTone at 800-637-1453 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.broan-nutone.com and click on "L500 Series Recall Notice" for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Heating, plumbing and building supply retailers nationwide and online from February 2016 through March 2016 for about $240.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
16184

Product Information

Product Name
Ventilation fans
Product Type
Fans
Number of Units
About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis.
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone 800-637-1453
Full Contact Information

Broan-NuTone at 800-637-1453 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.broan-nutone.com and click on "L500 Series Recall Notice" for more information.