CPSC2011-02-03
DeVilbiss Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire Hazard
DeVilbiss Air Power Company of Jackson, Tenn.
Hazard
The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled compressors and call DeVilbiss or Sears for a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
DeVilbiss, Porter-Cable, Husky, and Delta Shopmaster brand compressors were sold at home centers nationwide from January 2003 through December 2004 for between $199 and $299. Craftsman-brand compressors were sold at Sears stores nationwide from September 2000 through December 2005 for between $199 and $229.
Affected count
About 460,000
Injuries reported
DeVilbiss received nine reports of motors overheating, including three reports of fire damage to surrounding property. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Air compressors
Consumer contact
For additional information, consumers with DeVilbiss, Porter-Cable, Husky and Delta compressors should contact DeVilbiss toll-free at (866) 220-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.porter-cable.com or www.devap.com. Consumers with Craftsman-brand compressors should call Sears toll-free at (888) 279-8013, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT, or visit their website at www.sears.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/DeVilbiss-Recalls-Air-Compressors-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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