US EditionElectric Motors for Attic Fans Recalled Due to Fire Risk
Air Vent Inc. recalled nearly 3 million attic fan motors sold between 2003 and 2013 after 159 fire-related incidents were reported, urging consumers to seek refunds.
- The CPSC on Aug. 28 recalled nearly 3 million electric motors for attic fans distributed by Dallas-based Air Vent Inc. due to fire risk.
- CPSC records show 159 reports of burning or fire linked to electric motors for gable- and roof-mounted attic fans that may short circuit and cause a fire.
- By model, the recall covers motors DOW-136-0-34-XIN, DOW-136-0-26-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN, DOW-136-0-40-XIN-3/4", and D-RE-PSC-127/20-4P1SP sold August 2003–December 2013 at ABC Supply, Lowe's, and Beacon for $74-$92.
- Consumers are urged to stop using the motors and contact Air Vent Inc. for a refund by completing online registration with photos at powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com or calling toll-free number 877, open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET, Monday–Friday.
- Inspectors say only motors with the distinctive vent pattern on the motor end bells are affected; recall webpages powermaxmotorrecall.expertinquiry.com and gibraltarbuildingproducts.com/ventilation-category/ provide details and registration.
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Electric motors for attic fans recalled due to fire risk
(WPRI) — Nearly 3 million electric motors for gable and roof-mounted attic fans have been recalled due to a fire risk, according to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC). The safety cutoff on the electric motors can short circuit and catch fire. There have been 159 reports of burning or fire as a result. No injuries have been reported. The electric motors were sold nationwide at a number of retailers, including ABC Supply and Lo…
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