CPSC recall · Reported May 31, 2016
Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard
The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis. recalled This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or b….
Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis. in May 31, 2016. Reason: The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to r…. Verify recall #16184 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- May 31, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16184 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 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
Reason for recall
The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16184 |
| Date reported | May 31, 2016 |
| Date initiated | May 31, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.
- Check the recall number (16184) 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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