CPSC2023-08-03
Daikin Comfort Technologies Recalls Amana Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing L.P. (DCT), of Houston, Texas
Hazard
The DigiAir module compressor can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. (DCT) for instructions on disabling the DigiAir compressor in the recalled PTACs and to arrange for the free repair of the unit by a qualified technician. DCT is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
Through direct sales and heating and cooling dealers nationwide from May 2015 through January 2023 for between $1,200 and $1,400.
Affected count
About 62,100 (In addition, about 302 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
DCT has received 52 reports of incidents with the "DigiAir" compressor, including 10 that resulted in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Amana Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners/Heat Pumps (PTACs) equipped with "DigiAir" modules
Consumer contact
DCT toll-free at 844-309-1141 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.amana-ptac.com/digi-air-recall or https://www.amana-ptac.com and click on "RECALL" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Daikin-Comfort-Technologies-Recalls-Amana-Packaged-Terminal-Air-Conditioners-and-Heat-Pumps-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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