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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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