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CPSC recall · Reported February 17, 2016

Goodman Company Expands Recall of Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Recall #
16102
Affected scope
About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.)
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Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas recalled This recall involves Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International-branded… - a moderate-severity action.

Goodman Company Expands Recall of Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Burn and Fire… was recalled by Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas in February 17, 2016. Reason: The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units…. Verify recall #16102 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards..

Moderate
severity level
February 17, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16102 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #16102) was formally reported on February 17, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.).

The documented reason for this recall is: The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cor… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International-branded Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps (PTAC), and Amana-branded Room Air Conditioners (RAC). The units are rated 230/208 volt, 3.5 kW and are most often installed through the walls of hotels, motels, apartment buildings and commercial spaces to provide room climate control. The RAC units are installed through the walls or windows of the same types of properties. The recalled units are beige and have serial numbers ranging from 0701009633 through 0804272329. The brand name is located on the unit's front cover. The serial number is located on the label found by lifting the front cover of PTAC units or the grille of RAC units. Additionally, any PTAC and RAC units that have a beige power cord labeled with a four-digit date code in the MMYY format and ending in 06 or 07, or ranging from 0108 through 1808 are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install. Recalled RAC units do not have a control board.

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 16102
Date reported February 17, 2016
Date initiated February 17, 2016
Recalling firm Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas
Affected scope About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.)
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 and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your bra…

  • Check the recall number (16102) 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?
This recall involves Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International-branded Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps (PTAC), and Amana-branded Room Air Conditioners (RAC). The units are rated 230/208 volt, 3.5 kW and are most often installed through the walls of hotels, motels, apartment buildings and commercial spaces to provide room climate control. The RAC units are installed through the walls or windows of the same types of properties. The recalled units are beige and have serial numbers ranging from 0701009633 through 0804272329. The brand name is located on the unit's front cover. The serial number is located on the label found by lifting the front cover of PTAC units or the grille of RAC units. Additionally, any PTAC and RAC units that have a beige power cord labeled with a four-digit date code in the MMYY format and ending in 06 or 07, or ranging from 0108 through 1808 are included in this recall.. Recalled by Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas. Units affected: About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.).
Why was this product recalled?
The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install. Recalled RAC units do not have a control board.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 17, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16102.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (16102) 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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