Broan-NuTone Recalls Ventilation Fans Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, May 31, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Broan-NuTone-Recalls-Ventilation-Fans/

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Ventilation fans

Hazard: The fan motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Replace

Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled fans and contact Broan to receive a free replacement fan.

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.

Recall Details

Units: About 450 in U.S. (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)

Description: 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:

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold at: Heating, plumbing and building supply retailers nationwide and online from February 2016 through March 2016 for about $240.

Manufacturer: Broan-NuTone LLC, of Hartford, Wis.

Manufactured in: U.S.

Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58570r-eng.php

Broan-NuTone L500 Ventilation Fans

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