Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 33,000 units
Recall No. 20-069 Published February 6, 2020

Sump Pumps sold under Utilitech, Do It and Star Water Systems brands

The sump pumps can overheat, posing a risk of fire. Manufactured by Junhe Pumps Holding Co. and sold at Lowe's, Do It Best, Orscheln Farm & Home, HEP Sales, Carter Lumber, Theisen's, Falder's, Big R, Holmes Lumber, Schlemmer Hardware, Elnes Marketing, JFW Sales & Marketing, and MK Enterprises and online at Amazon.com from June 2014 – December 2019 for about $100.

Recalled Utilitech sump pump and manufacture label
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Recalled Utilitech sump pump and manufacture label

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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
009326405087 054757000721 054757098483

Why it was recalled

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

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received six reports of the recalled sump pumps smoking. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to 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.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerJunhe Pumps Holding Co., Ltd., of China
UnitsAbout 33,000
Made inChina
Sold atLowe's, Do It Best, Orscheln Farm & Home, HEP Sales, Carter Lumber, Theisen's, Falder's, Big R, Holmes Lumber, Schlemmer Hardware, Elnes Marketing, JFW Sales & Marketing, and MK Enterprises and online at Amazon.com
Sales periodJune 2014 – December 2019
PriceAbout $100

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-742-5044
7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://www

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