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Star Water Systems Recalls Sump Pumps Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: February 6, 2020 Initiated: February 6, 2020 #20069

Product Description

This recall involves pedestal sump pumps that are used in residential de-watering. The sump pumps are sold under three brand names: Utilitech, Do It and Star Water Systems. The model and manufacture date codes are printed on the nameplate on the sump pump. Only the following model numbers, date codes and UPC codes of the pumps are included in the recall: Brand Name Model # Manufacturing Date Codes UPC Codes Utilitech #148009 1017 - 0219 054757098483 Do It #433063 0214 - 0219 009326405087 Star Water Systems #3CEH 0715 - 0219 054757000721

Reason for Recall

The sump pumps can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled sump pumps and contact Star Water Systems for instructions to disable their pump and to obtain a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 33,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Star-Water-Systems-Recalls-Sump-Pumps-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves pedestal sump pumps that are used in residential de-watering. The sump pumps are sold under three brand names: Utilitech, Do It and Star Water Systems. The model and manufacture date codes are printed on the nameplate on the sump pump. Only the following model numbers, date codes and UPC codes of the pumps are included in the recall: Brand Name Model # Manufacturing Date Codes UPC Codes Utilitech #148009 1017 - 0219 054757098483 Do It #433063 0214 - 0219 009326405087 Star Water Systems #3CEH 0715 - 0219 054757000721. Recalled by Junhe Pumps Holding Co., Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 33,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The sump pumps can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled sump pumps and contact Star Water Systems for instructions to disable their pump and to obtain a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 6, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20069.

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