Fricon Upright Freezers
CPSC Recall #09-739 — May 6, 2009
Product
Fricon Upright Freezers
Description
This recall involves the Fricon commercial one-door upright freezers with model number VCV1V. These freezers are typically used in grocery stores and other commercial settings. The model number is found either on a label located in the upper, right corner on the back of the unit or on a label located inside the unit on the lower left side.
Hazard
The controller of the freezer is incompatible with the unit and can overheat and melt the relay, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Unilever has received four reports of fires, resulting in damage to the unit and/or displayed product. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Retailers and distributors should immediately disconnect the freezers and remove them from service. The company has notified all retailers and distributors in possession of the freezers directly and will replace the controller of the freezer free of charge.
Units Affected
About 960
Sold At
Leased for Unilever distributors nationwide from May 2007 through March 2009 for about $105/year per unit.
Manufacturer
Frigocon - Indústria de Frio e Congelaçao S.A., of Portugal
Importer
Unilever, dba Good Humor Breyers United States, of Trumbull, Conn.
Manufactured In
Portugal