CPSC2010-06-17
Comverge Recalls Communication Module Inside TXU Energy Thermostats Due to Risk of Fire Hazard
Comverge Inc. of Norcross, Ga.
Hazard
The communication module in the thermostat can overheat, posing a risk of fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Comverge for a replacement communication module. The company will install a new communication module for consumers free of charge. Consumers should not attempt to disable or replace the communication module. Comverge is directly contacting consumers who own the recalled communication module.
Sold at
TXU Energy to customers in North Texas
Affected count
About 6,300
Injuries reported
Comverge is aware of 13 incidents of the communication module overheating and damaging the thermostat, in at least two incidents there was minor smoke damage to the wall. Comverge has not received any reports of injuries.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Products
Programmable thermostat communication module
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Comverge toll-free at (866) 277-7001 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.comverge.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Comverge-Recalls-Communication-Module-Inside-TXU-Energy-Thermostats-Due-to-Risk-of-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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