Gas furnaces sold under the York, Luxaire, and Coleman brand names
Published September 6, 2001
Summary
CPSC records recall 01523, published September 6, 2001. Recalling firm: York International Corporation, of York Pa.; Reported units: About 7,000.
What's the hazard
York's quality assurance and manufacturing investigation found these furnaces could have detached heat exchanger tubes. A separated heat exchanger tube could result in leakage of flue gases, including carbon monoxide, which could result in serious injury or death.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these furnaces immediately and contact York for information in determining if the furnace is part of the recall. All installed furnaces will be inspected and furnaces with improperly fabricated heat exchanger tubes will be replaced at no cost to the consumer. York has notified the furnace distributors to contact consumers directly about the recall.
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Recall details
- Brand
- York International Corporation, of York Pa.
- Manufacturer
- York International Corporation, of York Pa.
- Distributor
- York mid-efficiency 80 percent gas furnaces have been installed nationwide by independent installers and contractors.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Gas furnaces sold under the York, Luxaire, and Coleman brand names recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 01523 on September 6, 2001. Reported hazard: York's quality assurance and manufacturing investigation found these furnaces could have detached heat exchanger tubes. A separated heat exchanger tube could result in leakage of flue gases, including carbon monoxide, which could result in serious injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these furnaces immediately and contact York for information in determining if the furnace is part of the recall. All installed furnaces will be inspected and furnaces with improperly fabricated heat exchanger tubes will be replaced at no cost to the consumer. York has notified the furnace distributors to contact consumers directly about the recall.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: York International Corporation, of York Pa..