Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart
Recall 09245 · Jun 17, 2009 · Campbell Hausfeld
16,000
units affected
16,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09245
- Date
- Jun 17, 2009
- Company
- Campbell Hausfeld
- Units affected
- 16,000
- Product
- Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors
- Product type
- Air Compressors
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recall involves the Campbell Hausfeld model HU200099AV air compressor with a 20-gallon tank. The recall includes date codes ranging from January 2009 through June 2009. The model number and date code can be located on the back of the tank.
What can happen
The compressor's thermal overload, which shuts the unit off when it overheats, can fail. This can lead to overheating, melting of parts and a risk of fire.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air compressor and return it to any Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from January 2009 through June 2009 for about $250.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled campbell hausfeld air compressors?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air compressor and return it to any Wal-Mart for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The compressor's thermal overload, which shuts the unit off when it overheats, can fail. This can lead to overheating, melting of parts and a risk of fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.