CPSC recall · Reported August 14, 2015
Trane and American Standard Recall Accessory Heaters Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves Trane and American Standard brand accessory heaters manufactured bet….
Trane and American Standard Recall Accessory Heaters Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 14, 2015. Reason: Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fir…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function by switching the system to co…. Verify recall #15746 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fir….
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- agency class
- August 14, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15746 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description
This recall involves Trane and American Standard brand accessory heaters manufactured between November 2014 and March 2015 and installed in TAM7 and TAM8 air handlers as a primary or secondary heat source. Models included in the recall are BAYEVBC15BK1BAA (15 KW Electric Heater) with serial numbers 1447B2BP1X through 1512B2CDDX and Model BAYEVCC25BK1BAA (25 KW Electric Heater) with serial numbers 1503B2AP0X through 1513B2BHXX. Due to the electrical risk, only a certified HVAC repair person should verify the model and serial numbers on the nameplate on the inside of the air handler.
Reason for recall
Heaters installed with reverse polarity on one of the breakers can cause the heater to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function by switching the system to cooling mode or off, and contact their Trane or American Standard independent dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement. The system's air conditioning or cooling function may still be used. Trane is contacting its customers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15746 |
| Date reported | August 14, 2015 |
| Date initiated | August 14, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 3,900 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function by switching the system to cooling mode or off, and contact their Tra…
- Check the recall number (15746) 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.
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