Carrier Greenspeed™ and Bryant Evolution Extreme™ Heat Pumps

CPSC Recall #17-150 — May 11, 2017

Recall #17-150 Date: May 11, 2017 Remedy: Repair

Product

Carrier Greenspeed™ and Bryant Evolution Extreme™ Heat Pumps

Description

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.

Incidents / Injuries

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

Remedy

Consumers should contact Carrier or Bryant for instructions on receiving a free replacement fuse board installed by authorized Carrier or Bryant technicians. 

Units Affected

About 23,300 (In addition about 2,000 sold in Canada)

Sold At

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

Manufacturer

Carrier Corporation, of Jupiter, Fla.

Manufactured In

U.S.