CPSC2009-06-17
Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart
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Hazard
The compressor's thermal overload, which shuts the unit off when it overheats, can fail. This can lead to overheating, melting of parts and a risk of fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air compressor and return it to any Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2009 through June 2009 for about $250.
Affected count
About 16,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Campbell Hausfeld at (800) 241-0448 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.chpower.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Campbell-Hausfeld-Recalls-Air-Compressors-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Wal-MartDon't want to check this manually?
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