CPSC2014-02-12
Air Compressors Recalled by MAT Industries Due to Shock Hazard
MAT Industries LLC, of Long Grove, Ill.
Hazard
The terminals of the pressure switch can come into contact with the motor housing and electrify the air compressors, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air compressors and contact MAT Industries for a free repair.
Sold at
The Home Depot and online at homedepot.com (HDX air compressors only), Menards and other stores (Powermate air compressors) nationwide from June 2010 through October 2013 for between $80 and $120.
Affected count
About 100,000 in the United States and 7,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
HDX™ and Powermate® two-gallon air compressors
Consumer contact
Industries toll-free at (855) 922-2300 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.powermate.com and click on Air Compressors, then VSP0000201 and online at www.homedepot.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Air-Compressors-Recalled-by-MAT-IndustriesDon't want to check this manually?
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