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CPSC recall · Reported January 31, 2008

Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires

Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
08181
Affected scope
About 233,000
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The CPSC recalled The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capa… - a moderate-severity action.

Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 31, 2008. Reason: Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite,…. Remedy: Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.. Verify recall #08181 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite,….

Moderate
severity level
January 31, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08181 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08181) was formally reported on January 31, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 233,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 233,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers 8-15 gallons HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307) 4 gallons HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107) The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.

Reason for recall

Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 08181
Date reported January 31, 2008
Date initiated January 31, 2008
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 233,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

  • Check the recall number (08181) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers 8-15 gallons HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307) 4 gallons HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107) The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.. Units affected: About 233,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 31, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08181.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08181) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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