Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Ventilation fans |
| Units | About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada) |
| Hazards | The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan. |
| Manufacturers | Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis. |
Details
This recall involves L500 series fans designed to circulate air in and out of a home or building. The fans were sold in nine brands and have the model information printed on the specification label affixed to the blower assembly. Fans included in the recall are: Brand Name Model Number Broan L500, L500K, L500KL, L500L, S97014819, S97014820, S99080487 Twin City Fan T500, T500L Carnes VCDD050C, VCDD050I Acme Eng and Mfg Co VQL500, VQ500 WW Grainger 1AAD3, 4TR58, 4TR59, 4YG83 Captive Aire CFA500 American CoolAir CFL50A1151 Solar and Palau FFC500, FF500 American Coolair Corp. IL50LA1151
Consumer Contact
Broan-NuTone at 800-637-1453 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.broan-nutone.com and click on “L500 Series Recall Notice” for more information.
