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Carrier® Recalls to Repair Commercial Rooftop HVAC Units Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: March 19, 2018 Initiated: March 19, 2018 #18731

Product Description

This recall involves Carrier WeatherExpert 6-23 ton, 48/50 series, light commercial rooftop HVAC units intended for use in commercial and institutional buildings and that have a factory installed dehumidification feature. The model numbers are 48/50LC07-26 with an A in the 6th digit and a 0 (zero) in the 14th digit of the model number (e.g., 48LCTA24F2M5-0S1B3). Note that dashes should be counted as digits in the model number. The serial numbers are 1214P to 3317P. The model and serial number can be found on the unit rating plate located on the back of the unit.

Reason for Recall

The HVAC's humidimizer fan can fail to shut off when a connected smoke detector is tripped, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Purchasers should immediately contact their Carrier dealer for a free repair, which consists of free replacement and installation of the electronic control board. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.

Details

Units Affected
About 530
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Carrier-Recalls-to-Repair-Commercial-Rooftop-HVAC-Units-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Carrier WeatherExpert 6-23 ton, 48/50 series, light commercial rooftop HVAC units intended for use in commercial and institutional buildings and that have a factory installed dehumidification feature. The model numbers are 48/50LC07-26 with an A in the 6th digit and a 0 (zero) in the 14th digit of the model number (e.g., 48LCTA24F2M5-0S1B3). Note that dashes should be counted as digits in the model number. The serial numbers are 1214P to 3317P. The model and serial number can be found on the unit rating plate located on the back of the unit.. Recalled by Carrier México, S.A. de C.V.. Units affected: About 530.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The HVAC's humidimizer fan can fail to shut off when a connected smoke detector is tripped, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Purchasers should immediately contact their Carrier dealer for a free repair, which consists of free replacement and installation of the electronic control board. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 19, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18731.

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