Recall: Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors Following Fires

Recall: Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors Following Fires

Name of Product: Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors

Units: About 233,000

Importer: Campbell Hausfeld, of Harrison, Ohio

Hazard: Protective covers on the compressor’s motor are not made from proper flame retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors:

Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers
8-15 gallon HL410100, HL421000
HL421500, HL431500
The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code
from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307)
4 gallon HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code
from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107)

The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.

Sold at: Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007 for between $170 and $200.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the air compressor immediately and contact Campbell Hausfeld for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Campbell Hausfeld at (800) 241-0448 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.chpower.com

 

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2 Responses to “Recall: Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors Following Fires”

  1. Only get 22 lbs. pressure from 5 HP, model WL650/02AJ.
    Any suggestions on repair? Thanks, Harry

  2. Thank you for you’re great information.
    This is really valuable for user that have this kind of compressor to avoid them get an accident.

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