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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 21056

Otis and CemcoLift Private Residence Elevators

Published December 17, 2020 · Recall initiated: December 17, 2020

What's the hazard

Children can become entrapped in the space between the exterior landing (hoistway) door and the interior elevator car door or gate, and suffer serious injuries or death when the elevator is called to another floor.

What to do

Consumers should disable or block children's access to any Otis or CemcoLift private residence elevator and contact Otis to schedule a free inspection and the installation of space guard(s), if necessary.

Recall details

Brand
Otis Elevator Company of Farmington, Ct.
Manufacturer
Otis Elevator Company of Farmington, Ct.
Distributor
Otis private residence elevators and parts were sold to independent third-party contractors and, occasionally, directly to consumers through 2012. Otis sold CemcoLift private residence elevators and parts to independent third-party contractors, and occasionally, directly to consumers from approximately 1999 to 2012. Otis and CemcoLift private residence elevators cost approximately $20,000 to purchase and install.
Country
US
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