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Air compressors

CPSC Recall #11-117 — February 2, 2011

Recall #11-117 Date: February 2, 2011 Remedy: Repair

Product

Air compressors

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard

The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

DeVilbiss received nine reports of motors overheating, including three reports of fire damage to surrounding property. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled compressors and call DeVilbiss or Sears for a free inspection and repair.

Units Affected

About 460,000

Sold At

DeVilbiss, Porter-Cable, Husky, and Delta Shopmaster brand compressors were sold at home centers nationwide from January 2003 through December 2004 for between $199 and $299. Craftsman-brand compressors were sold at Sears stores nationwide from September 2000 through December 2005 for between $199 and $229.

Manufacturer

DeVilbiss Air Power Company of Jackson, Tenn.

Manufactured In

United States

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