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Fire / OverheatingMay 11, 2017CPSC #17150

Carrier and Bryant Recall Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Carriers
Units affected
23,300
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves 2, 3, 4, and 5 ton size heat pump units sold under the Carrier Greenspeed and Bryant Evolution Extreme brand names. The units are used for cooling and heating homes. The Carrier Greenspeed model numbers are: 25VNA024, 25VNA036, 25VNA048, and 25VNA060. The Bryant Evolution Extreme model numbers are: 280ANV024, 280ANV036, 280ANV048, and 280ANV060. The model number can be found on the unit nameplate (or rating plate) located on one side of the unit's exterior. On the Bryant unit, there is a label on top of the unit that reads "Bryant Evolution System."

Hazard

The capacitors in the fuse boards in the heat pumps can stop working causing the unit to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

Carrier has received 41 reports of the heat pumps overheating. No injuries, fires or property damage have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Sears stores and HVAC dealers nationwide from June 2011 through August 2016 for between $12,000 and $18,000.

Photos

Carrier GreenspeedBryant Evolution™   Extreme
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