Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pumps (PTAC) and Room Air Conditioners (RAC)
Published February 17, 2016
Summary
CPSC records recall 16102, published February 17, 2016. Recalling firm: Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas; Reported units: About 5,300 (In addition, about 233,500 PTAC units were recalledin August 2014.).
What's the hazard
The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install. Recalled RAC units do not have a control board.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas
- Manufacturer
- Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas
- Distributor
- Goodman and heating and cooling equipment dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $700 and $1,000.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pumps (PTAC) and Room Air Conditioners (RAC) recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 16102 on February 17, 2016. Reported hazard: The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install. Recalled RAC units do not have a control board.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Goodman Company, L.P. of Houston, Texas.