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Carrier Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP)
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Affected model numbers
Why it was recalled
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports
Carrier has received 14 additional reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported in the additional incidents.
The official remedy
Remedy type: repair
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What to do
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
Product and sales details
ManufacturerCarrier Corporation, of Jupiter, Fla.
UnitsAbout 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalle
Made inMexico
Sold atHVAC dealers and factory-direct sales nationwide
Sales periodJanuary 2002 – December 2009
Price$425 to $675
How to reach the firm
Phone
800-761-8492
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www
Recall page
http://www.carrier.com
Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.