CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 08309
Water Pump Motors
Published May 23, 2014 · Recall initiated: June 24, 2008
What's the hazard
The water pumps with the recalled motors are labeled as containing a one-horsepower motor, but actually contain a 3/4-horsepower motor. Under certain conditions, the smaller motor could overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled units immediately and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free replacement of any pumps with affected motors or any affected replacement motors.
Recall details
- Brand
- A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio
- Manufacturer
- A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., of Tipp City, Ohio
- Distributor
- Plumbing wholesalers and distributors nationwide to independent contractors and plumbers between August 2007 and May 2008. The water pumps sold for between $500 and $750, depending on the model, and the replacement motor sold for between $300 and $400.
- Country
- US
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