Thousands of Amana-brand air conditioners have been recalled due to severe fire and burn hazards. More than 13,000 units have been recalled due to defects that pose a risk of fire or burn injury to customers, according to a report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Recall Details
The recall involves about 13,500 window-room-air-conditioners and through-the-wall air conditioners or heat pumps. The products are white-colored, and the brand name is printed on most of the units’ control covers. The model number is located on the front edge of the base pan on a white sticker. Recalled units have a model number beginning with PB, AH or AE.
Consumers are being asked to stop using the recalled products immediately and contact Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, Inc. to submit a request for a full refund. Consumers will be required to provide their contact information, cut the product’s cord, and then upload a photo of the product’s serial number and cut cord in order to receive a full refund for the unit.
Original reporting: 40/29 / KHBS (NW Arkansas) — read the source article.
