Daikin Comfort Technologies Recalls Amana Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

This recall involves Amana-branded Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps (PTACs) assembled with "DigiAir" modules. DigiAir modules are factory-installed make-up air systems with configurable dehumidification. The recalled units are beige and have a model number that begins with PMH or PMC. Amana is printed on the unit's control cover and the model number is on the label located below the control board.. Recalled by Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing L.P. (DCT), of Houston, Texas. Units affected: About 62,100 (In addition, about 302 were sold in Canada).

The DigiAir module compressor can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Consumers should contact Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. (DCT) for instructions on disabling the DigiAir compressor in the recalled PTACs and to arrange for the free repair of the unit by a qualified technician. DCT is contacting all known purchasers directly.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 3, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23779.